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TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of Contents........................................ 2-6 Hattiesburg Area Map...................................... 8 City of Hattiesburg....................................10-12 Tri-County Map............................................14-15 Forrest County.......................................... 18-20 Lamar County.............................................. 21-23 The Area Development Partnership (The ADP)..........................................24-25
USM’s Polymer Science Dept. (one of the best in the country) conducting cancer research.
Polymer Science........................................26-33 Downtown Hattiesburg...............................34-45 Southern Prohibition................................ 46-49 Fashion .......................................................50-63 Shopping................................................... 64-67 Perry County............................................. 68-73 Weddings................................................... 74-89
Southern Prohibition–Locally-owned, locally-made great beer!
The Polk House Home of Tom & Debbie Ferrill.... 90-103 Mississippi Miss Hospitality..................104-105 Real Estate..............................................106-113 Continued Page 4
Fashion – Eve Marie’s Boutique
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Major Bryan Olier and friends, winner of Two Bronze Stars, Returning Hero.
Returning Heroes..................................... 114-121 Gardening................................................ 122-125 Cats!..........................................................126-131 Recreation.............................................. 132-143 Golfing .....................................................144-146 Disc Golf................................................148-150
Southern Miss Athletics D1.....................151-153 Calendar of Events................................. 154-157 Historic Districts Driving/Walking Tours .....................................................158-166 Attractions/Things To Do...................... 166-169 Hattiesburg Zoo............................................ 167
HAPA’s Sculptures
Arts & Culture........................................170-183 Little Free Libraries............................ 180-181 HAPA Sculpture Project.....................182-183 Diabetes..................................................184-185 Medical & Dental................................ 186-200 Hospitals.............................................. 186-191 Medical Clinics....................................192-197 Dental Clinics................................... 198-200 Day Care.......................................................201 Educational Kudos........................................202 Education................................................204-215 Continued Page 6
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Universities & Colleges.................................................204-207 Private Schools................................................................208-211 Hattiesburg Public School District.................................. 212-213 Public Schools Listings..................................................... 214-215 Worship...............................................................................216-219 Transportation...................................................................220-221 B&B/Motels/Hotels/Campgrounds.........................................222 Apartments................................................................................223 Camp Shelby..................................................................... 224-225 Area Communities.............................................................. 226-227 Retirement........................................................................228-229 Newcomer Information......................................................230-231 Important Numbers............................................................ 232-233 Voting ......................................................................................234 Restaurants........................................................................235-238 Nightclubs..................................................................................238 Advertiser Index......................................................................239 Shopper’s Guide....................................................................240
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City of Hattiesburg P.O. Box 1898 Hattiesburg, MS 39403-1898 Email: mayor@hattiesburgms.com council@hattiesburgms.com Website: http://www.hattiesburgms.com Action Center Council Office Council Fax:
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City Of Hattiesburg Johnny L. DuPree, Mayor
Dear Readers, The City of Hattiesburg has experienced amazing growth in the past several decades. It could be said that Hattiesburg has been growing ever since its incorporation in 1884. From humble beginnings as a town of 400 people, Hattiesburg has grown to a metropolitan area of over 200,000 people. Hattiesburg was an island in an ocean of virgin longleaf forests. The golden beauty of the long leaf pine was prized for its superior lumber. Millions and millions of board feet found its way to many businesses and homes in the northeastern U.S. Hattiesburg happened to be in the heart of the Pine Belt of South Mississippi and was the Hub in a network of railways, which stretched from New Orleans to the Northeast, the Gulf Coast to Jackson, and Mobile to Jackson. When William Harris Hardy, a railroad entrepreneur whose many job titles included schoolteacher, attorney, army captain, judge, and state legislator, picked Hattiesburg as a depot, the future of Hattiesburg was almost preordained. Hattiesburg was in a perfect position to reap the benefits of the huge lumber boom of the early 20th century. I am proud to be mayor of a town that relies on the abilities of its talented citizens to develop new paths of employment and new paths of success. Contributions have come from every sector of business, all races, and both sexes. Hattiesburg is a group of citizens who are fortunate to live in an age where the support of all our citizens can be appreciated. We acknowledge the contributions and challenges of the past but we look forward to the future with pride and anticipation. Hattiesburg is a diverse community whose wide economic base includes Camp Shelby, a large training post for the various branches of the armed services; a broad based medical community including two regional medical centers, Forrest General and Wesley Medical Center, and a great number MAYOR of clinics including the largest clinic in the state, Hattiesburg Clinic; a vibrant academic community including the University of Southern Mississippi, William Johnny L. DuPree Carey University, Pearl River Community College, Forrest County Center and Lowery A. Woodall Advanced Technology Center, and Antonelli College; a solid group of manufacturers and distributors including Kohler, Hudson Salvage, Georgia Pacific, Marshall Durbin, Dairy Fresh, Western Container, and Resinall to name a few. We have shopping that would make any shopper happy including the Turtle Creek Mall, Cloverleaf Center, Downtown, and many strip shopping centers populated with energetic local businesses and well-known national chains. Our city has world class recreational facilities/activities including the Long Leaf Trace biking/hiking trail, and four golf courses: Timberton, Hattiesburg Country Club, Shadow Ridge, and Canebrake Country Club. We also have Tatum Park, a huge recreational complex for soccer and baseball, fishing, hunting, canoeing, and more. Hattiesburg is a true adventure city. As you see, we have much to be thankful for in our community. We must protect our investments, create new opportunities for investors and always maintain an open door for improved policies and implementation thereof. As Mayor, I pledge to you to continue to move in the “Spirit that Builds” and to promote our community to the highest level as one of America’s Most Livable Small Cities. Sincerely yours,
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Dear Readers, Welcome to Forrest County. Formed in 1908, Forrest County began as the smallest County in the state and today, over 100 years old, is a growing community with a population of 76,372. Since we are located in the beautiful Piney Woods, we have access to abundant recreational opportunities including a National Wild and Scenic River, a State Park, National forest land and a Rails to Trails Program. The Desoto National Park is the largest in Mississippi with approximately 501,000 acres. You may picnic, fish, camp, hike or float down the streams. Black Creek and Paul B. Johnson State Park offer much of the same. There are twenty parks and recreation centers located throughout Forrest County. The James Lynn Cartlidge Multi-Purpose Center is a 160-acre complex with a main arena of 120,000 square feet and 37,800 square feet of floor show area. There is also a Recreational Vehicle (RV) Park with 147 sites and a 16-acre fishing lake. This facility is the location for many regional events. If you enjoy running, biking, hiking, or horse back riding, Longleaf Trace is 41 miles of a National Recreational Trail of which Forrest County is a supporting member. The strength of Forrest County can be found in the vision of its people-vision which helped create the University of Southern Mississippi, Camp Shelby and Forrest General Hospital. We continue to improve and expand our facilities. Forrest County will complete a mechanical upgrade for the Paul B. Johnson Chancery Building in late 2009. Also, the County is constructing a new jail center and a community storm shelter. Both facilities will be ready for use in 2011. While a lot has changed over the past 100 years, the tradition of envisioning the future while drawing strength from the past is alive and well in Forrest County and we invite you to make your home with us. Our environment, our economy, our hospital, our schools, and our people make Forrest County a wonderful place to live.
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Welcome to Lamar County, one of the fastest growing counties in Mississippi! We are glad you chose our County to visit, make your home, or open your business. Lamar County has a wide variety of lifestyles to choose from, whether you want the hustle and bustle of the city or the peace and quiet of rural life. Within the County, you will find the City of Purvis (County seat), Town of Sumrall, City of Lumberton, City of Hattiesburg and lots of small communities in between. Whether you’re making Lamar County your home or perhaps opening your business, you will benefit from its location and easy access to New Orleans, Mobile, the Gulf Coast and Jackson. Lamar County has an excellent school system. It offers educational opportunities from pre-kindergarten through college. Public schools are located in Baxterville, Lumberton, Oak Grove, Purvis and Sumrall. There are also three private schools available: Benedict Day School, Bass Memorial Academy, and Lamar Christian School. Hattiesburg is home to the University of Southern Mississippi and William Carey University, and a few community colleges located within a short drive. For those who enjoy outdoor recreation, Lamar County has lots of areas for people to enjoy hunting, fishing, hiking, biking, camping, equine activities, and all-terrain vehicles. Longleaf Trace is a bicycle and equestrian trail that runs through the northern part of the County. There is an excellent Multi-Purpose/Fairground facility which always has some activity for families to enjoy. There is also Little Black Creek Campground. Want to tee it up? Lamar County has three golf courses: Canebrake in Bellevue, Shadow Ridge in Oak Grove, and Pine Creek in Purvis. We also have 18 community centers to choose from for your family events. Lamar County also has access to high quality healthcare with clinics in Purvis, Sumrall, Oak Grove, Bellevue, and Hattiesburg. It has one hospital, Wesley Medical Center, and is in close proximity to another, Forrest General Hospital. So whatever your reason for being in Lamar County, we welcome you and invite you to take advantage of everything our County has to offer. Sincerely,
Mike Backstrom Supervisor District 1 Joe Bounds (Board President) Supervisor District 3
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Warren Byrd Supervisor District 2 Dale Lucus (Board Vice President) Supervisor District 5
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he Area Development Partnership (ADP) is the regional Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for Forrest, Lamar and Perry Counties, the City of Hattiesburg and the City of Petal. The ADP is focused on enhancing our strong and diverse business base and building a better community. Mission: The Area Development Partnership stimulates economic growth through the resources of its members and partners leading to an improved economic well-being and quality of life for Greater Hattiesburg Area Citizens. The Area Development Partnership has deep roots in the Greater Hattiesburg Area, celebrating 20 years in 2012. However, the steps leading to the ADP becoming the regional organization you know today began over 100 years ago. Beginning as the Commercial Club of Hattiesburg in 1906, it was chartered in 1934 as the Hattiesburg Chamber of Commerce. Then, in 1992, Continued Next Page
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the Hattiesburg Chamber of Commerce merged with the Forrest County Chamber of Commerce creating what is now known as the Area Development Partnership. Growth did not stop there, though. In 2001, the Area Development Partnership merged with the Lamar County Chamber of Commerce as well as Lamar County economic development services creating a two-county service area. In 2003, the Area Development Partnership signed a contract with Perry County to expand its services even further. This expansion has allowed the Area Development Partnership to fully utilize its resources across outlying areas. Currently the Area Development Partnership has over 870 members ranging from large businesses to individuals all with a common interest – the betterment of Greater Hattiesburg. The strong membership base of the ADP is a reflection of our community’s commitment to improve their economic well-being. Members have the opportunity to participate in a variety of programs and events focused on networking, professional development and business growth such as First Friday, Business After Hours, Pastries & Politics, Leadership Pinebelt, Professional Development Series, Pine Belt Young Professionals and many more. The Area Development Partnership realizes that great communities don’t just happen, but that it takes a tremendous amount of time and effort to sustain and grow a viable economic base. Greater Hattiesburg has experienced significant growth due in part to the continuous efforts of the ADP. Over the years, the ADP has been very successful in enhancing the region through business retention, expansion, and recruitment and by offering superb Chamber of Commerce programs that meet the needs of our members and citizens of the Greater Hattiesburg Area. For more information about the Area Development Partnership, visit www.theADP.com or call 601.296.7500. Here’s Hattiesburg! 25
Polymer Science I
by Hannah Rachal
n the iconic 1967 movie The Graduate, a just graduated but aimless Dustin Hoffman is having a drink at his parents’ house party, when a go-go businessman drapes an arm over his shoulders and advises him with a single word: “Plastics!” Perhaps he should have made his way to Hattiesburg--more specifically, the University of Southern Mississippi--which is home to one of the world’s top research departments in polymer science and engineering. In 1991, the university opened the Shelby F. Thames Polymer Science Research Center. Since its opening in 1970, this department has been on the forefront of polymer science research. What began as a one-man department has now grown into an internationally renowned research institution. Surprisingly, the evolution of this department has its roots in an agricultural history that began in the South over 100 years ago. Continued Next Page
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By The Great Depression era, the booming longleaf yellow pine industry had faltered. Lumber companies had depleted the vast supply of natural resources of the region. The reason for the region’s namesake “The Pine Belt” had almost completely disappeared, leaving lumber companies at a loss. Two lumber tycoons situated around Picayune, Lamont Rowlands and Lucius O. Crosby, owned Rosa Lumber Company, and they would play an important role in the future of the area. The men knew that to survive, they would need to investigate new avenues of business. China had already discovDr. Shelby Thames ered uses for the Tung tree: the oil from the seeds can be used for waterproofing wood, cloth, and paper, making it a staple ingredient in many paints. Because construction was booming in America in the 1920s, demand for tung oil increased. The Tung tree requires a specific climate to reach maturity, and the most similar climate to its indigenous environment is the Pine Belt region. Thus, Crosby and Rowlands decided to dive into this growing industry. Rowlands used 9,000 acres of old pinelands to plant Tung trees in 1925, firmly believContinued Next Page
Carbon nanotube. Computer artwork showing the hexagonal carbon structure of a nanotube.
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Auto mechanic worker painting car bumper at automobile repair and renew service station shop by spraying black color paint.
ing that these trees would save the Pine Belt’s economy. Rowlands was correct--Mississippi became the largest Tung producing state! The American Tung Oil Association was created in 1924, and in the next twenty years, the American government supplemented this growing, important industry. A Chinese embargo on Tung oil made domestic production profitable; adding even more to its popularity, Tung oil was used as a strategic item for defense in World War II. To support this rising popularity, The Pan American Tung Research and Development League was created to support research between America and Argentina. Laboratories popped up
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around the region, with one in Picayune. However, after World War II, rising labor costs along with other problems had sprouted, and within three decades, the Tung industry had already begun to decline. Rising problems led to the Pan American Tung Research and Development League searching for a new, more promising home to secure the future of the industry. In 1963, the research laboratory in Picayune moved to USM’s campus because of the proximity to the Chemistry department and the possibility for growth and assistance. Researchers at USM were working to find new uses for Tung oil. Dr. Scott Long, who worked in the Tung oil labora-
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tory on campus, encouraged faculty member Dr. Shelby Thames to work with him to revamp the uses for the dwindling oil. To understand how the Tung oil industry led to the creation of the Polymer Science department, knowing how Tung oil works is crucial. When the oil is extracted from the nut, it is clear, yellow oil that has protective properties for sealing raw woods such as pine, oak, and maple. As the oil penetrates the wood, exposure to oxygen causes a domino reaction in the oil. Each molecule reacts with the next, producing that strong, protective barrier. As Dr. Thames explains, “The oil is like a blanket protecting the wood, because it polymerizes.” This polymerization naturally aroused curiosity in the scientist’s mind: “How can we control [the oil’s polymerization] and use it with other things and achieve the same properties? Tung oil was the beginning of the thought process.” Over the next few years, Dr. Thames worked as a faculty member for the university and became a Vice President for the League. During this time, he realized the power of polymers: “That’s when I began to understand the concept of polymerization, and as I realized how important making large molecules were and what you can do with them, I began to feel the significance of the discipline and worked diligently to learn as much as I could. Basically, I’m self-taught.” Unfortunately, Hurricane Camille’s winds destroyed the Tung crop by knocking all the nuts from the trees in 1969. The government decided to encourage farmers to plant new crops instead of more Tung trees. However, the seeds for a new department had already been planted.... In 1969-70, Dr. Thames appealed to USM’s Vice President Morman and President McCain to start a polymer science department because of his initial interest in Tung oil polymerization as well as discussions with colleagues from other universities who were studying polymeric materials. He realized there was a gap--companies had to train graduates in polymer science after they received their PhDs and were hired. Continued Next Page
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Injection moulding machine used for the forming of plastic parts using plastic resin and polymers.
Why not create classes to teach those students so they would be much more marketable? Luckily, Because USM began as a teacher’s college; Dr. McCain was in full support of adding classes to train students. Dr. McCain helped Dr. Thames set up an undergraduate curriculum, and thus, the polymer science department was born! The department continued to grow over the next two decades, becoming one of four institutions offering both undergraduate and graduate degrees. University president Dr. Aubrey Lucas was also a strong supporter of the department’s growth. In the late 1980s, Dr. Thames, who had risen in rank to Executive Vice President, asked to go to Washington, DC to seek funding for a new building. Senator Cochran helped provide federal funding for a state-of-theart, 86,000 square feet building that matched the department’s high standards, which opened in 1991. The building we see today Continued Next Page
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Plastic Polymer Granule Product
on USM’s campus clearly demonstrates the importance and quality of the department. The Mississippi legislature appropriated funds to create the Mississippi Polymer Science Institute, which would be housed in the new facility. This Institute provided the department even more opportunity to grow economically. Other changes occurred during this time: Dr. Thames wanted to add engineering to the department’s programming, and though he faced some resistance to that concept initially, now the Polymer Science and Engineering program is known worldwide. Without a doubt, this department is one of the world’s superpowers in polymer science and engineering. Dr. Jeffrey Wiggins, the current director of the School of Polymers and High Performance Materials (SPHPM, the department’s official name as of 1999), explains where these graduates go: “Having graduated over 600 polymer science professionals in the last 45 years, our graduates are successfully spanning the globe and serving as industrial scientific leaders, entrepreneurs, academicians, national laboratories, and defense laboratories. Continued Next Page
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USM Polymer scientists conducted studies on using polymers in football helmets to make the helmet safer.
Our U.S. graduates enjoy 100% placement upon graduation into our nation’s most prestigious institutions, even during the most difficult of economic times.” The department’s professors are one of the reasons why this department has such high success. People who have worked in the field are teaching students so they can step immediately into the industry, which further enhances USM reputation as a premiere teaching college. This department is reaching our everyday lives, whether we realize it or not. Polymers are everywhere-from car parts to toys to artificial hearts. Before coming to USM, Dr. Wiggins worked for Nike, and used polymers to increase safety performance in helmets. Now the NFL and the National Department of Defense are Continued Next Page
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Roofer builder worker with pulverizer spraying paint on metal sheet roof.
looking into his technology. Another graduate of the department, Sarah Morgan, now works for GE. This department’s reach goes around the world, but always finds its way back to Hattiesburg! Not only does the department put its graduates into high-ranking jobs, it also brings industry to the local economy. GE Aviation, Hybrid Plastics, Scion, and ship systems and marine industry companies on the Gulf Coast all have worked in depth with the SPHPM. These businesses come to the Hattiesburg area specifically to be in close proximity to USM, bringing jobs and business to the area. Southern Diversified Products started as a result of the department. They create a low to no VOC paint called Mythic, which is still produced in the Hattiesburg area. As Dr. Wiggins says, “SPHPM is actively engaged in a broad array of economic development projects throughout the State of Mississippi.” Other than working with companies, the Mississippi Department of Education has teamed with SPHPM to create science programs in 10 schools across Mississippi. One is in Petal, allowing the discipline to spread before students even reach college level. SPHPM also continues community involvement by hosting K-12 field trips and high school competitions each year to local students. Who knew that businessman advising Dustin Hoffman knew the way of the future, and that future found a home here in Hattiesburg, Mississippi! It’s hard to believe that the demise of the longleaf pine industry so many years ago ultimately spawned the creation of one of the world’s superpowers in polymer science and engineering. Dr. Shelby Thames, the instigator for all of this progress, describes the department’s success this way: “The people we have are extremely brilliant. There is no place a young man or woman can achieve a better education than at USM. Period.” I would like to thank the SPHPM, Dr. Jeffrey Wiggins, Dr. Debbie Kleckner, and especially Dr. Shelby Thames for taking the time to contribute to this article. Here’s Hattiesburg! 33
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HISTORIC DOWNTOWN HATTIESBURG Diverse, Dynamic, Delightful “The reports of my death are greatly exaggerated.”--Mark Twain
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More good news: the 3.5 mile Gordon Creek Park project will be another important development that will add to the many assets of Historic Downtown Hattiesburg. The African-American Military Museum has been fully restored from the damages it suffered during the EF-4 Hattiesburg tornado. Southern Prohibition Brewery, a successful craft brewery, has opened in a former furniture manufacturer’s location. H i s t o r i c D o w n t o w n H a ttiesburg is a bona fide residential location. In 2013, Hub City Lofts — made up of the America and Carter buildings — opened. The buildings have 52 residential spaces and all are leased. Of the two buildings’ eight business spots, only three are open. There were also other lofts that opened besides Hub City Lofts and they are doing well. At one time, investing in the Downtown residential development market was considered financial suicide. Well, residential development happened and it’s a big success. There are many hurdles that Historic Downtown Hattiesburg has overcome. From the first steps of redevelopment that date back to the 1980’s until now, the amount of infrastructure improvements in the Historic Continued Next Page
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Downtown Hattiesburg is nothing short of amazing. The efforts of hundreds of creative and determined individuals from the City of Hattiesburg and Forrest County, service organizations, business organizations, and concerned citizens have made a tremendous impact. Regardless of what some have said, downtown areas are always important. The amount of traffic that comes into Historic Downtown Hattiesburg for City and County business, not to mention judicial proceedings, is huge. That traffic will always be there. Decay people can easily see has a negative effect on people’s attitudes in a very real way and those attitudes can infect other areas of the city. When a downtown decays, the whole city pays. You can try to ignore it, you can patch it, but a city will keep on paying until a viable downtown community exists. The 1970’s Descent Into the Abyss The 1970’s were a complete disaster for Historic Downtown Hattiesburg. Businesses that had been Downtown for generations fled--moving out towards the Broadway Corridor or out west on the Hardy Street Corridor. Downtown streets and sidewalks were a mess of cracks, holes, and misery; lighting was needed; and, the tax base was evaporating. If you were Chicken Little at that time, you were right. Traffic patterns, cultural changes, civil unrest, deferred maintenance on roads and other physical assets, and changing business models formed a perfect storm of decay. As 1981 dawned, Historic Downtown Hattiesburg faced a huge mess. Not the least of the mess was City Hall--there was a real concern that a large portion of the building could collapse and slide onto W. Front St. The sidewalks and roads downtown were in a terrible state not to mention lighting, parking, and streetlight
issues. The U.S. Post Office was planning on closing the downtown Post Office. The Jackie Dole Community Center (on W. Front St. across from City Hall) was in such disrepair that it was closed down. There didn’t seem to be anything or anybody that could stop the slide. Hattiesburg was facing huge infrastructure needs not only from a decaying downtown but also the new infrastructure that would have to be built to allow for the continued expansion on Hardy Street Corridor and also on the Broadway Corridor to a certain extent. To make matters worse, Mayor Gerard resigned his office in 1980. After winning a special election, Mayor Bobby Chain took the reins. Bobby Chain was a much needed dynamo and started an ambitious program to not only meet the needs of downtown but to also meet the rising expectations and needs of the city’s expansion. Continued Next Page
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Restoration, Recovery, & Re-Creation The City spent money to shore up the City Hall’s wall on Front Street as well as refurbishing the Saenger Theatre. Unfortunately, the money wasn’t enough to complete those jobs. So, Bobby Chain went out and recruited help from various contractors around the city to fill in where the city’s money wasn’t enough. The Saenger Theatre organ was in pieces in a storage area in the City Hall. Mayor Chain got the organ repaired to its original condition and placed back into the Saenger. During the City Hall project, Mayor Chain went to business people and contractors and got private help to get the job done thoroughly. Mayor Chain asked for help from Senators Thad Cochran and John C. Stennis and Congressmen Trent
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Lott and Sonny Montgomery to save the Downtown Post Office and that happened (along with a new Post Office being built on 40th Ave.) With help from Warren Hood, Sr., Mayor Chain created the Redevelopment Authority that could issue bonds and grant tax credits to those who participated in development. Veterans Park was created, which was mostly funded by the private sector. Bobby got Deposit Guaranty (now Trustmark Bank) to establish a major presence Downtown. The financial center trend has continued with Regions Bank and BancorpSouth also establishing a significant presence in the Downtown area. During Mayor Ed Morgan’s term the form of economic and tourism development took shape. The City of Hattiesburg was primarily responsible for Continued Next Page
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economic development when Mayor Morgan took office. The City of Hattiesburg, Forrest County, and the Greater Hattiesburg Chamber of Commerce transferred economic development to a new organization called The Area Development Partnership (The ADP), which took over all economic development activities. Also during Mayor Morgan’s term, the Hattiesburg Convention Commission and the Hattiesburg Convention and Visitor’s Bureau were created. Mayor Morgan’s term saw the construction of the beautiful Library of Hattiesburg, Petal and Forrest County building on Hardy St. The old Library on North Main Street was renovated as The Cultural Center, which is now the home of the Historic Hattiesburg Downtown Association, (the HHDA began in 1985; joined Main Street program in 2000), the Hattiesburg Arts Council, and the Hattiesburg Area Historical Society and Museum. Continued Next Page
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The N.R. Burger Center (U.S.O.), now housing the AfricanAmerican Military Museum, was restored during Mayor Morgan’s administration. Funds were provided to carry out another restoration of the Saenger Theatre in 2000. When Longleaf Trace started in 1995, concerned individuals and businesses along with help from Mayor Morgan and Forrest County helped make Longleaf Trace a reality. And, hopefully, 2015 will see the completion of the Longleaf Trace from USM to the Depot. These efforts paid off in many respects--there was new business moving into the Historic Downtown Hattiesburg and the Downtown was even winning awards. In late 2002, Southern Business & Development Magazine named Downtown Hattiesburg as one of The South’s Best Downtowns in an BBQ Showdown, photo by Andre Saffle
article titled, “When Site Searching the South, Make Sure You Inspect a Community’s Downtown First!” During Mayor Johnny DuPree’s term, there has been continued growth in Historic Downtown Hattiesburg. One report produced by the HHDA said there was $40 million of investment by the government in Downtown as well as $35-38 million of private investments from 2000-2009. One of the cornerstones of Downtown was brought back to life during Mayor DuPree’s term: the Hattiesburg Depot. As Mayor Johnny DuPree, Ph.D. stated, “The...depot is the key to understanding the city’s past and is the key component of Hattiesburg’s future.” The project began in 1998 with the City’s attempt to acquire the property from Norfolk Southern—that resulted in the successful transfer of the property in the summer of 2000. Phase I was approved in 2002 and completed in 2003 with a new clay tile roof, dormers, and skylights installed. The last piece of the puzzle was Phase III, which restored the many historical features of the Depot along with extending the canopy to its original length. The completely restored station was dedicated with a black tie-event on April 21, 2007. Continued Next Page
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Downtown Events, Arts, and Education Art programs and festivals have been integral elements of Historic Downtown Hattiesburg’s redevelopment. The HUBFEST and FestivalSouth are huge events that draw thousands of visitors to the downtown area. Live at Five and Brown Bag Lunch Concert Series bring music, food, and celebration to not only the many downtown workers but also to visitors. A List of Some of the Events in Downtown Hattiesburg Mar 28, Hubfest Every Thursday from April to October--Farmers Market held at Town Square Park Every Friday in April & in October Live at Five (except first Weekend in April because of Easter—do over day will be first weekend in May) April 11, Spring ArtWalk April 18, Downtown Crawfish Jam June 6-20th FestivalSouth June 13, Craft Beer Festival at the Depot June 20, Juneteenth Parade (Frank Lee) Every Friday in October, Live at Five Every Thursday in Historic Downtown Hattiesburg from noon to 1 pm Brown Bag Concert Series October 3, Mobile Street Renaissance Festival October 10, Downtown BBQ Showdown held at Walthall Park (corner of Walnut & Rebecca) Nov. 7, Fall Art Walk Nov. 28, Small Business Saturday December 12-13, Annual Victorian Candlelit Christmas (40th Year)
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Farmer's Market, photo by Hannah Whiteman
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Hair Spray - FestivalSouth
The Art Walks are an integral part of the Downtown fabric and fun for everyone. FestivalSouth has a large percentage of its magnificent lineup of art performances and presentations in Historic Downtown Hattiesburg. The HubFest features its Juried Art section with a wide selection of fine art items and four music stages. The arts programs in Historic Downtown Hattiesburg and throughout the city have been revitalized by Rebecca Stark Johnson of the Hattiesburg Arts Council and Becky Montague of the Hattiesburg Alliance for Public Art. Programs such as the Little Red Free Libraries bring books to people but they also help develop interest in art and culture. The Arts Council and the Alliance for Public Art offer a full range of interactive arts programs for people of all ages The Saenger Theater has been a major Hattiesburg entertainment venue since 1929. The Saenger puts on a impressive array of arts entertainment including big name musical performers, Community Theater, reviews, religious shows, dance and more. As far as education is concerned Historic Downtown Hattiesburg is blessed with day care & pre-school programs available close to Downtown. Sacred Heart School is a K-12 school located in Downtown area. With an average annual enrollment of more than 750 students from prekindergarten through the 12th grade, and growing graduating classes each year, Sacred Heart is a vibrant school with a great future. Recreation Besides the Downtown area having a great selection of parks such as Veteran’s Park, Town Square Park, Fountain Park, Osceola McCarty Park, and Bobby Chain Park, the Downtown will also benefit from construction of two new parks. The Bobby Chain Park first opened in 2010 is located at the end of Eighth Street by the banks of the Leaf River. Bobby Chain Park is 37 acres equipped with lighted Continued Next Page
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walking paths, playground equipment, eye-catching landscaping, and walking areas. Two new projects will soon make Downtown’s great selection of parks even better. Gordon Creek Park stretches 3.5 miles from the fork of the Gordon Creek and Leaf River all the way to the Kamper Park/Hattiesburg Zoo. The Gordon Creek Park includes eight districts with five of those being in the downtown area. Walking paths, education areas, art nodes, and connections to the Longleaf Trace and other parks are all important elements of the Gordon Creek Park. East Hardy Park is another ambitious project that will be located just south of Chain Park. East Hardy will offer a dazzling array of recreational and community assets. Basketball, tennis, golf, soccer, football, softball/ baseball, educational opportunities, an amphitheater, fishing/ recreational lakes, playground equipment, large open lawn areas for special events, and even a pet park will be available when the park is complete. East Hardy Park is part of the Twin Forks Rising program. There are so many areas of Historic Downtown Hattiesburg that are working well right now. The future is bright for residents, visitors, businesses, and organizations that are a part of this amazing place, the Heart of the Hub, Historic Downtown Hattiesburg! HubFest
In Loving Memory
Bernice Linton, Executive Director of the Historic Hattiesburg Downtown Association (HHDA) from July 1, 2000 to 2007, passed away on March 17, 2015. Bernice Linton was immensely influential in furthering development in Historic Downtown Hattiesburg and in establishing the HHDA as a strong organization. She was a leader for downtown and the whole Hattiesburg area. Thank you so much Bernice!!! You will be missed!!!! Linda McMurtrey, Bernice’s friend and HHDA co-worker, said, “Bernice had multiple ‘lives’ and careers.” Many people know Bernice as the Executive Director of the HHDA but she also had an extensive career at Forrest General as a nurse, administrator, and public relations person. Photos provided courtesy of Pamela L. Castle, Bernice Linton’s daughter.
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Southern Prohibition Brewing Local Brewer-World Class Beer
By Mary Sergeant
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n October 1919, Congress passed the National Prohibition Act, which provided guidelines for the federal enforcement of Prohibition. Championed by Representative Andrew Volstead of Mississippi, the Chairman of the House Judiciary Committee, the legislation was more commonly known as the Volstead Act. Mississippi had already passed its own state version of Prohibition in 1907, twelve years earlier. Mississippi was one of the last holdouts and didn’t repeal Prohibition until 1966, thirty-three years after the U.S. Congress. After years of grassroots efforts by groups such as Raise Your Pints, beer aficionados, and beer giants such as AnheuserBusch, the legislature came up with a bill they thought could become the new craft beer law. On July 1, 2012 the Mississippi Legislature passed Senate Bill 2878, which allowed raising the allowed alcohol content in beer from 5% by weight (6.25% ABV) to 8% by weight (10.1% ABV). Beer selection exploded, distributors saw increased beer sales, and the number of breweries, and thereby the number of people employed, increased by 500% in a state that needs more good jobs. Hattiesburg has been a beneficiary of that law with the establishment of Southern Prohibition Brewing. From out of the heady froths served at the Keg & Barrel came an idea for a Continued Next Page
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brewing company—Southern Prohibition Brewing. On the same day of the law’s passage, July 1, 2012, an announcement was made introducing the new brewery to be based in Hattiesburg. Initially, the brewery started out in very small quarters but they began renovating an old 1940’s warehouse owned by Quinby to house their brewery. This building is 22,000 square feet and they’re using more of it every week. Quinby Chunn and Benjamin Green are the brewing geniuses that make Southern Prohibition great—they are passionate about their beer and their craft. SoPro’s
initial offerings have been well received to say the least but they keep putting out great new beers by exploring new avenues of taste with the gusto of a rocking beer TV commercial. Besides being a great craft brewery right here in the great City of Hattiesburg, MS, which may make you want to try it just based on being the patriotic thing to do, Southern Prohibition Brewing makes great beers better, or at the very least, comparable in taste to any fine craft brewery from San Franciso to Bean Town or from Walla Walla, Washington to the Florida Keys. Continued Next Page
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Besides making some great beer, they came up with some memorable names as well. Suzy B is a great, easy beer to drink. I prefer it in a draft (and there are plenty of area restaurants that offer Suzy B on draft) but it’s enjoyable from a can too. Devil’s Harvest (so called because it is a “devilishly dank dry hopped American pale ale, ” according to their description) is a wonderful, fullflavored brew with a bold aroma. Mississippi Fire Ant, an imperial red ale, has a macho malty taste that also features a strong hoppy influence. Jack the Sipper, an ESB (extra strong bitters) ale, features a balanced blend of English hops and malts. Jack the Sipper’s toast flavor with some fruit tones will make you ask for more. According t o S o P r o ’s d e s c r i p t i o n , “ a n ungodly amount of our favorite American hops fall into an abyss of dark maltiness with an unusually light roast character for its color.” If you like Devil’s Harvest, you’ll like Sinister Minister. The next four brews are part of the Cicada Series of beers that the brewery produces. Hipster Breakfast is a dark brew along the lines of Guinness Stout. This fullbodied, full-flavor stout is black
with a tan head. Pow! Rye in the Kisser has a spicy complexity that pairs perfectly with Lemondrop, a new hop variety. The name comes from its sweet lemon and citrus flavors that it produces. 2014 IPA, an India Pale ale is a West Coast inspired American IPA. When Quinby and Benjamin get their hops a-boppin’, they brew limited releases such as Crowd Control, an India Pale Ale and Ragana, a Baltic Porter. With their Barrel Aged Series, Southern Prohibition Brewing offers Barley Legal. Barley Legal is intriguing to me because it is an English style barleywine ale, which most people (including me) didn’t even know existed. The idea of wine and ale doesn’t seem right but somehow I know it will be when I taste it. What’s great about Southern Prohibition is the fine product they produce. Another great thing about Southern Prohibition is that it is a locally-owned and locally-grown business. This was a business plan brewed in the minds of Hattiesburg entrepreneurs. They didn’t need governmental support; they knew
they had a great idea and did it. Here’s to hoping that there is support that is given to these locally grown ideas in the future For beer lovers, Southern Prohibition opens up a completely new world of brewskies. SoPro blows open new taste frontiers every day. Sorry Corona or Heineken lovers, you’re not considered edgy anymore just because you’re drinking a beer made out of the country. The tastes and quality product produced by Southern Prohibition Brewing should make even teetotalers happy about this locally grown company—a proud addition to Historic Downtown Hattiesburg!
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TV Poster fonts and special effects created by nationallyknown Photoshop guru Corey Barker. Article by Ann Fairly Barnett & staff writer, photos by staff photographer. Special thanks to the Hattiesburg Cultural Center. All clothes, jewelery, and shoes provided by Eve Marie's Boutique of Hattiesburg or Ivy Boutique of D'Iberville.
Danielle Brown makes an elegant statement in gold. Clothes by Eve Marie’s Boutique.
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n the 2015 fashion world, we are seeing bright, big patterns, retro fabrics, and naturally inspired, beautiful makeup. From the classically chic to flowy bohemian, we have some tips to help you stay stylish.
Denim
From Stella McCartney to Coach, designers are vamping up your average skinny and boot cut jeans with embroidery, patches of fun fabric, and even fur and fringed lining. Baby bell-bottoms are being seen on the runways in springy pastels. So, wear denim any way you’d like this year- jackets, dresses, pants, skirts- it’s all in.
One-Piece Outfits
It’s hard to piece together the perfect outfit. With the cute rompers and jumpsuits of spring, you don’t have to! Rompers combine shorts and a cute top and come in every pattern imaginable, so you can be ready to go in minutes with no fuss. The same goes for jumpsuits, which with their longer pants and classy details offer a more professional option.
Florals
This spring and summer, designers like Marc Jacobs are challenging you to summon your inner flower power by wearing big, bold floral patterns. Keep it simple with a mono-toned shirt and flowery scarf, or make a statement with a fully patterned dress or skirt that will have everyone dreaming of a field of sunflowers.
Stripes
In contrast to bright patterns, stay chic in black and white horizontal stripes. We would never want to see you in the jailhouse, but you can rock this look on the streets. Don a prison-striped, tailored t-shirt with dark-wash denim skinny jeans, cuffed at the ankle, pair with black pumps, and you have the perfect outfit for work or play. Continued Page 53
Model Cassey Toney is having a great time dressed in her dress from Eve Marie’s Boutique.
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Models Cassey Toney, Kayly Barlow, and Danielle Brown are dressed to handle anything the Beltway can throw their way. Clothes by Eve Marie's Boutique.
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Fringe
You don’t have to be attending a Gatsby-themed party to wear fringe these days. This fun accent is being seen on dresses, skirts, shirts, and boots everywhere. Shake a tail feather and shimmy into some fringe!
Cut-outs
Designers like Vera Wang are releasing dresses, blouses, and swimsuits that are all showing a little more and covering up a little less with cut-outs in the waist, on the back, and on the shoulders. However, you shouldn’t give this look the cold shoulder… just look the part! Try a brightly colored dress with a cutout back and a leather jacket and go from smokin’ to on fire when you take off your jacket as the party starts.
Retro Textures
Look like you just walked right out of the seventies by wearing suede and velvet this year. It’s been seen on this year’s fashion runways (by designers like Karen Walker) along with retro patterns like gingham. If you never thought you could pull off tablecloth plaid or your mom’s suede skirts, think again.
Midriffs and High-Waists If you’re going to be bold and show some skin this year, do it while still being impossibly classy. Fashion icons and stars like Taylor Swift are taking a tip from the runways and wearing full, high-waisted skirts with cropped blouses to show a little midriff. Always pair a cropped top with high-waisted shorts or skirts, because showing your belly button is SO 2014.
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Make-up
“The most beautiful makeup of a woman is passion. But cosmetics are easier to buy.” ― Yves Saint-Laurent (http:// www.goodreads.com)
Fresh Face
Before you start applying makeup, you want to start with a fresh palette! Taking care of your skin is key to looking great in makeup; because you want to enhance your natural beauty, not cover it up. Wash your makeup off each night; otherwise your pores will clog, which causes oily skin and acne. Before applying makeup, always use a moisturizer with SPF to keep your skin hydrated and protected to avoid dried-out skin. Now you’re ready.
Eyes This year, dark winged eyeliner is getting a little sweeter with pastels and bright hues to add some unexpected color to a classic look. Instead of your everyday black eyeliner, try a swipe of periwinkle or metallic gold on your upper or lower lid. Keep the rest of your makeup simple with bare lips and a touch of blush to make your eyes really pop. If you’re looking for more color, pastel eyeshadows are a must for spring. Try covering your upper lids with a sweep of lavender eyeshadow so you can bring a little spring to your look. As for eyelashes, if you’re looking for a natural fanned-out look without buying fakes, try applying three or four coats of mascara and waiting a minute or two in between each coat. You’ll be insisting to your friends that your lashes are, in fact, real.
Lips
Danielle Brown is like a wonderful, cool breeze on a hot day. Clothes by Eve Marie’s Boutique.
Red lips are classic, but the new year is all about your new look. Lip stains are an easier alternative to lipstick because they last longer and give your lips beautiful color without smearing onto your face. Try a lip stain in a deep, berry-hue and top with lip balm to give yourself a stained, dewy look. Continued Next Page
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Models Danielle Brown, Cassey Toney, Kayly Barlow look amazing and quite able to take care of business. Clothes by Eve Marie's Boutique.
For fuller lips, use lip liner that is a little darker than the color you are going to fill your lips with. Blend the colors where they meet, for a two-toned pout that Angelina Jolie may even be jealous of. Continued Page 57
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Kayly Barlow looks bright and shiny in her outfit from Eve Marie's Boutique.
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Golden and Rosy
If you want to make people think that you just got back from the beach, grab some gold eyeshadow, highlighter, or eyeliner to add to your makeup. Blend golden hued liquid highlighter or powder to your cheeks and the bridge of your nose to radiate a sun-kissed look. Summertime calls for golden accents and natural lips and cheeks. For a natural look to pair with golden eyeliner, try a rose-colored stain on your lips or cheeks. Rose-hued tints such as Marsala (Pantone’s Color of 2015) compliment the look of anyone and you can try it on your lips, cheeks, eyes, and nails.
A Different Side of Beauty Let’s face it, pretty women have an edge. That doesn’t mean that only gorgeous women succeed in this world. Just look at Ruth Ginsberg, Supreme Court Justice, and Janet Reno, former U.S. Attorney General—those women probably never entered beauty contests (and for good reason). Women are beautiful in so many ways but they, along with a good number of men nowadays, still work hard at enhancing with a variety of products. This article takes a closer look at some suspect materials once found in the bottles and urns of products to make a gal look oh so “purty”. Continued Next Page
What can you say? Danielle looks too cute!!! Clothes by Eve Marie’s Boutique.
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Arsenic & Young Grecian Goddesses?
“In ancient Greece, the most sought-after hair color was blond. Not many Greeks were naturally blond, so light hair was perceived as beautiful because it was so exotic. Women would lighten their hair using plant extracts or arsenic(!).” (100,000 Years of Beauty)
Airbrush with Shellac
“Before L’Oréal launched the first mass market hairspray in 1960, women had to choose between slicking their hair down with a greasy brilliantine (scented oil) or using a mechanical sprayer to coat it with shellac dissolved in a solution of water and alcohol.” You could also make a nice decoupage before you went out. (100,000 Years of Beauty)
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Gladiator Sweat
“Ancient Romans used plenty of lovely oils and flowers when they were grooming, but they also used really gross stuff. How gross? Oh, let’s see, how about the sweat from sheep’s wool, poultry fat, animal urine, bile, and placenta?” (www.gurl.com) Vendors at the gladiator arenas sold a lotion made up of gladiator sweat mixed with the slain animals’ fat. I think I smell a toga party.
Lead it Up!
Wearing eyeliner and eye shadow in Ancient Egpyt wasn’t gender specific. It made your eyes look bigger and doubled as protection against the Evil Eye. But their eye makeup definitely made with huge amounts of lead, which is incredibly poisonous. I guess everyone wore “heavy” makeup in those day. (www.gurl.com) Continued Next Page
Danielle Brown, Kayly Barlow, and Cassey Toney may not bag their limit but they sure will look good!!! Clothes by Eve Marie's Boutique.
Kayly Barlow is looking relaxed and stylish. Clothes by Eve Marie’s Boutique.
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Kayly Barlow, Cassey Toney, and Danielle Brown look chic as they head out for a night on the town! Clothes by Eve Marie's Boutique.
Scrape Your Legs
Hair removal is a relatively new practice in the western world, but other parts of the world have practiced body hair removal for thousands of years. Waxing with beeswax was very popular in Ancient Egypt, as was removing hair with seashells by running it against the skin or using their sharp edges to pluck hairs. Anyone up for an Egyptian wax or a nice shell scrape before hitting the beach? (www.gurl.com)
Really?
This is a wee little story. (Sorry) In Ancient Rome, urine was often included as an ingredient in facial masks used by women, while it was also used by both men and women to whiten teeth. I guess when you want to look your very best . . . History of Cosmetics, Wikipedia.
Get the Lead On
During the Elizabethan era, ladies followed after Queen Elizabeth I and her “Mask of Youth” which included white lead as an ingredient. While the result might have been a paler, lighter complexion, the mixture was pure poison. So, did that mean they had HazMat teams that would help women remove that stuff from their face? Just sayin’. History of Cosmetics, Wikipedia. Continued Page 63
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Danielle Brown and Kayly Barlow can sure make a lamp post look good!!! Clothes by Eve Marie's Boutique.
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Cassey Toney, Danielle Brown & Kayly Barlow look scary good!!! Clothes and accessories by Eve Marie's Boutique.
A Healthy Radioactive Glow?
To get that really unique “glow,” women used cosmetic products made with Radium in the 1920’s and 1930’s, such as Radior, ThoRadia. Hmmm, I wonder what the fallout was from those products? History of Cosmetics, Wikipedia.
Don’t Kiss These Mouths
The geisha of Japan would sometimes use Ohaguro, which colored the teeth black for the ceremony, called Erikae, when maiko (apprentice geisha) graduate and become full-fledged geisha. Geisha would also sometimes use bird droppings to compile a lighter color on their teeth. You just never know when the next great beauty secret is going to fall out of the sky do you? “8 Japanese Beauty Secrets You Need To Know About,” Beauty & Tips Magazine, ©2014.
Silicone & Sealant for Big Booty
Don’t think that the age of the web is immune to crazy cosmetic practices. Just take a look at some excerpts from James Nye’s article for Dailymail.com on Jan. 23, 2015. “Married couple performed illegal botched ‘butt implant’ on exotic dancer defend themselves as they are found guilty.” “A South Florida couple, Samela Hernandez, 55, and Pedro Hernandez, 59, operated a ‘butt implant’ practice out of their own home. Authorities in Florida said the pair would inject dangerous silicone cement into the backsides of their mostly female customers who usually went overseas for the controversial and dangerous cosmetic treatment. An exotic dancer sued the couple after the operation left her permanently disfigured. “ Having a backside that looked like a microwave probably cut into her tips. What could possibly go wrong when you shoot a bunch of home improvement products into your derriere? Oh yeah, I think it goes without saying: DON’T TRY ANY OF THESE PRACTICES OR PRODUCTS AT HOME! Here’s Hattiesburg! 63
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ust like other areas in the country, Forrest, Lamar, and Perry Counties has seen decentralized shopping opportunities with the building of strip shopping centers with big box national stores (mostly in Forrest and Lamar Counties). Hwy. 98 West & Weathersby Road Turtle Creek Mall is the anchor of this fast growing retail area located around the intersection of Hwy. 98 West & Weathersby Road. The mall, the shopping centers around the mall and the many national chain stores make this an easy area to get your fill of shopping fun. Exit the Turtle Creek Mall on the Hwy. 98 side and take a right. Turn into the Turtle Creek Commons strip shopping center. Play It Again Sports, located behind Chick-Fil-A, is the place to find new and used sports and fitness equipment. The have rollerblades, treadmills, ellipticals, golf equipment, home gyms, baseball equipment, skateboards, disc golf and a lot more.
Cassey Toney looks relaxed and gorgeous in her clothes and accessories from Eve Marie's Boutique.
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Hwy. 98 West/Old Hwy. 11 Intersection Keep going west on Hwy. 98 After the intersection with Old Hwy. 11 go past the Golden Eagle Storage and then Newpointe shopping center is located on the right. Go past the first Canebrake gate and right before the second Canebrake gate, you’ll find the Corner Market on the right. Go left back onto Hwy. 98 after you leave Corner Market and you’ll come to Bellevue Florists & Gift Shop on your right. Bellevue Florists & Gift Shop not only has the finContinued Next Page
est in fresh cut flowers but they also have a wonderful selection of fine gift items for that special someone or special event. Old Hwy. 11 Take a right back on US Hwy. 98 heading east (back towards Hattiesburg) and then take a right on Old Hwy. 11. You’ll find the Corner Market at the intersection of Lincoln Road Extension and Old Hwy 11. The Corner Market features a great array of gourmet cheeses and meat, fresh produce, a Full Service Meat Department with a local butcher, fresh seafood, Southern foods, cakes and dessert—this store is superior to an average grocery store. Go back to Oak Grove Rd. and take a right. Belle & Beau Hairstyling is close to the intersection of Oak Grove and Mayfair Rd. Belle & Beau Hairstyling is a full service beauty salon, which also features a wide selection of Circle E line. Go back onto Oak Grove Rd. and get back to Hardy St. using Mayfair. Cross over I-59 and take a left at the light, which is 40th St. Take an immediate right into the shopping center and Eve Marie’s Boutique is located here. Eve Marie’s has a complete line of trendsetting clothes for the young and the young at heart. Eve Marie’s Boutique also has a full line of accessories such as purses, shoes and jewelry. Go back to the light and take a left. On your right, you’ll see another Corner Market with the same great variety of food items: gourmet cheeses, fresh meat, fresh seafood, Southern foods, cakes and desserts, and a tobacco barn as well. Downtown Area Historic Downtown Hattiesburg has become an entertainment/dining center in Hattiesburg, which only enhances its shopping opportunities. AnContinued Next Page
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tiques, such as McKenzie’s on Main, apparel, a book store, Main St. Books, drug stores, collectibles, gifts such as A Gallery/ Plums, home décor, sporting goods, groceries, several great restaurants, such as Bianchi’s and building supplies at Economy Supply. McKenzie’s on MainAntiques, gifts and bridal registry. If you want that special piece of furniture or that special gift, come look around McKenzie’s. Main St. Books- Specializing in signed local, regional and state editions; also new and used books, children’s books, art, talks and workshops. A Gallery/Plums- Fine art, gift registry, contemporary handcrafted gifts, art talks and receptions. A Gallery merged with Plum’s to offer their customers everything from artistic treasure to gifts perfect for a wedding, birthday or special event. Economy Supply-If you need building supplies of any sort, go here. Whether you’re a seasoned builder or a DIY, this is a great place to go for your supplies and help with your building or remodeling project. Cloverleaf Center Area Broadway/Hwy. 49 intersection and Pine St. Area. Cloverleaf Center is the anchor of this area. By bringing outlet stores and value stores to Cloverleaf has carved out a real niche in Hattiesburg’s retail marketplace. Stein Mart, Burke’s Outlets, Trees N’ Trends, Hudson’s Treasure Hunt, and Big Lots are just some of the stores located at Cloverleaf Center. If you’re looking for a new car, Vardaman Buick-Honda is located on Pine St. beyond the Cloverleaf Center towards downtown. Hwy. 49 and Hwy. 49/I-59 Intersection Hwy. 49 has retail stores from Forrest County’s southern border to its northern border. The heaviest concentrations of stores are around the intersections at Broadway, Hwy. 42, and I-59.
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Petal Petal is just east of Hattiesburg across the Leaf River. New retailers
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are setting up shop in Petal with Main St. and Hwy. 42 (Central Ave) being the biggest beneficiaries particularly if you drive all the way out on Central Ave, which turns into Richton Rd. The intersection of Evelyn Gandy Parkway and Richton Rd has blossomed into an amazing retail shopping area. Located near the intersection of Hwy 42 and Evelyn Gandy Parkway is a great store called Carter’s Jewelry, a jewelry store that offers quality, affordable jewelry—rings, necklaces, and watches. Carter’s promises to offer the finest quality merchandise at great prices. If you need your jewelry cleaned or repaired, you should take it to Carter’s, because they have an experienced jewelry repair team ready to help you out. Surrounding Communities of Lumberton, Purvis & Sumrall Lumberton’s retail is centered mostly on Main St. and Hwy. 589, but it also extends all the way out Main St. to I-59. Grocers, pharmacy, used furniture, flower shops, auto parts, dollar stores, gifts, and restaurants are some of the shopping opportunities. Purvis has added many new stores to create a wonderful variety of retailers. Antiques, florists, auto parts, hardware, new car dealerships, auto parts, hardware, new car dealerships, grocers, pharmacies, a growing number of restaurants, and gift stores are all available in Purvis. Optometrists, dentists, and physicians are also part of a growing number of medical services provided for in Purvis. Sumrall also has a wide range of stores. Clothing, discount stores, drug store, auto parts, clothing, restaurants, and gifts are some of the stores located in Sumrall. Richton, New Augusta, Beaumont & McLain Richton has a nice selection of stores including discount stores, pharmacies, a grocery store, gifts, restaurants, beauty salons, gas stations, auto supply stores, auto repair and more. New Augusta is the county seat with auto parts, restaurants, beauty supply and a great little B & B called Tra Brenta Royal B & B. There are also some retail in Beaumont and McLain. Here’s Hattiesburg! 67
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PERRY COUNTY P
erry County was originally created from a portion of Greene County, located to the east of Perry County on February 3, 1820 and named for the War of 1812 naval hero, Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry. Greene County was formed from Wayne County in December of 1811 and Wayne County was formed from Choctaw lands in December of 1809. One of the reasons for the formation of the county was that Greene County was so big and there were too many obstacles for people traveling to the courthouse in Boise Bluff, MS. There were no roads, as we think of them today; they were more like paths than roads. Also, the original county seat of Boise Bluff, MS was located below the Leaf River and it was a precarious crossing for the many people who lived above the Leaf River. If you were going to go from the area around where Richton is
located today to file a deed in Boise Bluff, it was an arduous and somewhat dangerous trip. Today, Perry County is part of the Hattiesburg Metropolitan Statistical Unit (MSA). The estimated population (2011, U.S. Census Bureau) for the Hattiesburg MSA is 145,428, which would make it the third largest MSA in the state after the Jackson MSA and the Gulfport-Biloxi MSA. The links among Perry County, Forrest County and Lamar County are numerous. Perry is actually the oldest county among the three and Forrest County was created from the western portion of Perry County. The County Courthouse in Hattiesburg was originally called the Perry County Courthouse, Second District. The pioneers who came into the young Mississippi Territory settled in Perry County along its many rivers and creeks. Subsistence living was the norm in Perry County in the early days with the main occupations being farming and logging. The settlers used the Leaf River as their main Continued Next Page
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mode of transportation to get their products to market. When they were logging, the pioneers first harvested the timber using their rather primitive axes and saws, they hauled the huge logs out of the forests by oxen and then carted/hauled the timber to the Leaf River for the journey down to the Gulf Coast markets. They would ride the logs down to the Coast, sell the timber at market and then walk back to their homes in Perry County. These very important streams to the early Perry County pioneers were the Leaf River, which flows through the center of the county from the northwest to the southeast with its numerous tributaries, and Black Creek and its tributaries in the southern part. The lumber industry is still very active today with the main timber harvested being the long leaf pine. Although long leaf pine is the main timber found in Perry County there are substantial stands of oaks, hickory, poplar, magnolia, gums and cypress found along its rivers and creeks. The county has traditionally
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relied on the lumber industry and farming to provide job opportunities. Today, manufacturing is the largest single component of nonfarm private employment providing nearly 56% of employment. Retail trade provides 18.7% of the employment while the health care and social service sector of the economy provides 17.7%. On of the real success stories in Perry County is the Leaf River mill, owned by GP Cellulose, a Georgia Pacific company, which was built in 1984 as a world-class pulp manufacturing facility. It is a single-line mill with a continuous digester and a state-of-the-art bleach plant. The mill is a showcase of operational excellence and has the capacity to produce more than 500,000 tons of cellulose each year. Southern softwood pulps, produced at the Leaf River Mill, are used for all types of paper products, including fine writing and printing papers, computer and copy paper, coffee filters, postage stamps and calendars. If you’re looking for a strong pro-family environment in which to raise your family and to start or
relocate your business, then Perry County is the place for you! We have schools that provide a high teacher to student ratio. We also have incredible outdoor recreational resources whether you’re into fishing, hunting, camping, hiking or organized sports. You’re never very far away from a recreational opportunity in Perry County. Besides its many rivers and creeks, which are ideal for fishing, the County also offers a strong array of sports both in the schools and outside the school. If you’re into walking the fairways and expertly (or inexpertly) driving (hacking) your ball down the fairway, the Rolling Hills Golf Course, located in between Runnelstown and Richton, should be on your card. Just like its name implies, the Rolling Hills golf course’s terrain offer challenges to the pro and the duffer with gently rolling hills. Water hazards and wellplaced sand traps offer a few more challenges. This is a great course and is perfect way to spend a day in the great outdoors. If you’re looking for camping experiences, you can certainly find plenty of places to throw up a tent in Perry County. Lake Perry, a state of Mississippi recreational resource, is a great recreational opportunity and offers fishing, hunting, and camping as well as hiking trails. There are boat ramps located by the rangers’ office in addition to picnic tables and pavilions. This is a great facility to enjoy! Just because you live in a small town doesn’t mean that you don’t have access to seeing fine theater, big name concerts or art/museum exhibits because Perry County is conveniently located to Mobile, Al, Jackson, MS, New Orleans, LA and the Gulf Coast, MS. Everything that you would want to experience is but a short drive away. Living in a small town environment will give you access to greater participation in community affairs. You will be more in touch with your neighbors. "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you" is more than a saying in Perry County, it’s the way people live. The living in Perry County is easy and we would like to encourage y’all to visit or come to stay in one of the best little counties in Mississippi, Perry County!!!
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Leaf River Cellulose,
Creating Value in Perry County and the Pine Belt Since 1984 F
or more than 30 years, the Leaf River Cellulose team has been on a journey to make the best products possible for customers while doing it in new and innovative ways. Creating value for our customers and for society is the ultimate goal for our business, and one of our comparative advantages in our ability to do so is our workforce of approximately 300. As one of four world-class, non-integrated wood pulp mills in the Georgia-Pacific Cellulose business, Leaf River Cellulose produces high quality fluff and specialty cellulose products that are shipped daily to customers in more than 75 countries around the world. These products are used in applications ranging from paper products to diapers and hygiene products as well as specialty applications including textiles, pharmaceuticals, food, paints and plastic molding components. SAFETY Maintaining the highest levels of workplace safety for employees is crucial and is reflected in our STAR status in the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s Voluntary Protection Program and as a multi-year winner of the Georgia-Pacific CEO Safety Excellence Award. We strive to maintain a workplace environment with a safety record all our employees can take home to their families. ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY Leaf River is also committed to environmental sustainability and stewardship through every stage of the business. Designed to be energy efficient, the mill generates more than 90 percent of its power needs from renewable resources (trees), relying on very few fossil fuels and is a net seller of electrical power. The company is committed to environmental sustainability and stewardship through every stage of the business from sustainable fiber procurement practices through conscious production operations. COMMUNITY Our company believes we have a responsibility to create value for our customers and for the communities where our employees live and work. Our charitable investments are focused on areas where we can help create value that contributes to strong 72 Here’s Hattiesburg!
communities: education, the environment, community enrichment and entrepreneurship. WORK CULTURE AND CAREERS Georgia-Pacific is guided by the Market-Based Management® philosophy which guides everyday decision making and provides employees with opportunities to contribute and personally benefit from the value they create. For more information about current career opportunities, visit: www. gp.com/careers. ABOUT GEORGIA-PACIFIC Headquartered at Atlanta, Georgia-Pacific is one of the world’s leading manufacturers and marketers of building products, tissue, packaging, paper, cellulose and related chemicals. Georgia-Pacific employs more than 1,600 employees in Mississippi and has a workforce of more than 35,000 people at approximately 300 locations in North America, South America and Europe.
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Fun Stuff, Scary Stuff, Practical Stuff Article by staff writer. Gowns provided by Mimi's Bridal, Laurel, MS. Photos by Amanda Hammons Photography. Flowers supplied by Vintage Designs. Photos taken at Camellia House.
Weddings can be so many things to so many people:
• Weddings can be parties.
• Weddings can be combination family and/or class reunions.
• Weddings can be a show—high drama with a lifetime commitment performance.
• Weddings can be a dance.
• Weddings can be validation. “See, I made it.”
• Weddings can be a spending extravaganza.
• Weddings can be a test of your relationships with your new spouse, your family, and your friends.
• Weddings can be a memory (or nightmare) for a lifetime.
The essential thought to keep in mind though is that a wedding is a religious ceremony that unites two people in holy matrimony. That’s the whole deal. If you love the person you’re marrying and you complete the ceremony, you’ve succeeded. Congratulations! Continued Page 76
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Model Elizabeth Williams in an off-white, Prinovias ballgown, a Jezzele long veil with embroidered edge, open shoulders; sleeves to elbow. Gown provided by Mimi's Bridal. Flowers supplied by Vintage Designs. Photos taken by Amanda Hammons Photography at Camellia House.
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Don’t blow away Sanya! Standing in front of The Camellia House on a windy day, Sanya Sims still looks good in her gown from Mimi’s Bridal, Laurel; flowers by Vintage Designs, Hattiesburg; photo by Amanda Hammons Photography, Hattiesburg; and taken at The Camellia House in Hattiesburg.
Fun Stuff
Marriage is a celebration of love, so you may as well have some fun!!! • • • • • • • • • •
Polaroid Guest Book—instead of using a traditional guest book, have someone take Polaroid (Polaroid cameras $80 - $170) photos of everyone who attends and then make a photo album guestbook. Special Coloring Books for Kids—you can make your own with staples and copy paper. You can create your own or just go to lovelyindeed.com/diy-activity-book-free-printable/ and you can download one you just print. Ring Bearers—have a little kid dressed as James Bond, put the rings in a little portable safe (be sure it can’t be locked) or a homemade, decorated wooden box. Use elderly people for ring bearers instead of little kids. Use Cootie Catchers as way to tell your own love story and will also provide a free keepsake for guests. Check out etsy.com/shop/DarlingGirlPaper Cue Cards—have a friend or family stand by the head table at the reception with handmade signs (white 18” x 24”poster board and magic marker) with sayings like: “Stand,” “Sit,” “Boo,” “Sigh,” “Ap plause,” “Polite Laughter,” “Nervous Laughter”--whatever you want. He/she can flash the cards at ap propriate/inappropriate times during the speeches. Wedit videos—Saves videographer cost but charges $499 (at the time the article was written). They send 5 HD cameras; you hand them out to five different people to take videos during the wedding & reception. That should give you 5 different candid views of what happened. Send the cameras back to Wedit and they upload all the videos, give you 1-year web hosting, and send you back the videos. Video editing is additional. Polaroid Photo Booth—Make a large wood picture frame, hang it from a tree (or something sturdy), write the bridal couple’s names and wedding date on the bottom board. Then have someone take photos of people or couples standing behind the frame. Piñatas —it’s a laugh seeing little kids try to hit piñatas but it’s almost just as much of a laugh watching grownups do it. Have someone guide the hitter (particularly hitters that have drinking a bit) away from guests so nobody gets hurt. Outdoor Games—if you have a reception at a place that has a big lawn you can set up old-fashioned games such as the bottle ring toss, croquet, sack races (you may get your clothes dirty), or even horseshoes. Wheel of Fortune—Set up a Wheel of Fortune with different actions that have to be performed. You can have actions like Bride Kiss Groom, Groom Kiss Bride, Sing a Song, Do 10 Pushups, Tell a Joke, Kiss Your Date, Pick a Couple to Kiss, and so on. It’s usually a hoot. Continued Next Page
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Scary Stuff
Costs According to costofwedding. com, the average cost of a wedding in the U.S. is $25,200, but averages are deceptive. For example, if you have 10 couples that spend $10,000 and one couple that spends $200,000, the average cost for the 11 weddings would be $27,272.73 but the median (the midway point of values) would be $10,000, which would be closer to a real cost for most couples. Good news: Mississippi is the #1 state in the country for the lowest average cost of weddings at $12,769. Manhattan has the highest average cost at $88,176.
Besides the wonderful space, grounds, bedrooms, the graciously set table is another facet of the many services that Camellia House provides for a bride and her family and wedding party. Table settings by Camellia House. Flower centerpiece by Vintage Designs.
Demands Unless you’re an egomaniacal bridezilla who cares only about herself, you might be overwhelmed by people’s demands. Sometimes demands will be couched in polite phrases, but sometimes they will be out and out requirements. Continued Page 79
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Haleigh Davidson looks delightful in her V-neck Prinovias Ocumo wedding dress. Gown provided by Mimi’s Bridal, Laurel; flowers by Vintage Designs, Hattiesburg; photo by Amanda Hammons Photography, Hattiesburg; and taken at The Camellia House in Hattiesburg.
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Whether nice or not, the cumulative effect of these demands creates a psychological weight you end up lugging around. Calm down. Easier said than done, but calm down, way down, and then realize that the main purpose of the whole “event” is to say: “I do.” Honestly. Hope that makes it easier but when your sweet little 80 yearold Aunt Mae asks to bring her special casserole “because everybody loves it” to your formal wedding dinner, the assurance that weddings are simple is harder to feel. Weddings have a simple goal but (yes there is a but) you want your wedding to be nice and you want your guests to be happy. So let’s look at a few things.
Practical Stuff
INVITATIONS Simple saves money. If you use ancient papyrus made when Cleopatra was actually alive, guess what? You’ll pay for it. Paper stock selections, custom colored inks, special graphic enhancements, raised printing, decorated liners and multiple enclosures increase the cost. Select a stock design. Printers (online and brick and mortar) have an array of stock invitations. Those stock invites can be tailored to meet your needs. Size counts! Avoid oversized mailings since this increases postage. E-mail: Still not acceptable. Most people want snail mail invitations. RSVP Traditionally, you just insert an RSVP card in the invitation. RSVP cards are generally attractive, offer an opportunity to be creative, and serve as a physical reminder for guests to respond. It’s pretty common now to forget the RSVP card and set up a response web site instead. You should have an alternate in case some of your guests don’t have Internet access or aren’t adept online. Setting Continued Page 81
Striking model Elizabeth Williams in an open-back embroidered, form-fitting, cream/champagne Madison James dress. Clothes supplied by Mimi’s Bridal & Tuxedo, Laurel. Flowers supplied by Vintage Designs, Hattiesburg.
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Model Elizabeth Williams in an off-white, Prinovias ballgown, a Jezzele long veil with embroidered edge, open shoulders; sleeves to elbow. Gown provided by Mimi's Bridal, Laurel; flowers by Vintage Designs, Hattiesburg; photo by Amanda Hammons Photography, Hattiesburg; and taken at The Camellia House in Hattiesburg.
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Sonya Sims is resplendent in her ivory Casablanca couture dress with its Swarovski crystal embroidered bodice. Gown provided by Mimi’s Bridal; flowers provided by Vintage Designs Flowers.
up a toll-free number is not all that expensive and effective. Then, if you have an RSVP toll free number or web address, just print it on the wedding invitations—no need for the RSVP card. WEDDING RECEPTIONS Venues Book early, book early, book early. Oh, and don’t forget: book early. Venues fill up fast for traditional dates (June/July & December), so if you’re going to have a June wedding, get your venue as early as possible. Investigate the venues. Narrow it down on the web but go out visit the site in person to determine if it would have everything you need. You’ll be able to actually see for yourself what condition the facilities are in as well as meeting the people you’ll be working with. There is definitely something to be said for a place that can handle everything such as having rooms for your faraway guests, recepContinued Next Page
Sonya Sims, (L), Haleigh Davidson (C), Elizabeth Williams (L) chillin’ on the deck in their Dessy gowns. Gowns by Mimi’s Bridal. Flowers by Vintage Designs. Photo by Amanda Hammons Photography taken at The Camellia House.
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Looking out the door, Haleigh Davidson cuts a striking figure in her ivory, Madison James dress and Jezzle headpiece. Gown by Mimi’s Bridal. Flowers by Vintage Designs. Photo by Amanda Hammons Photography and taken at The Camellia House, Hattiesburg.
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tion areas, as well as great outdoor spaces. The Camellia House in Hattiesburg has great curb appeal, rooms, dining areas for receptions, as well as great grounds. They have the plates, glassware, silverware, and kitchen facilities. It makes it easier to have so many things covered in just one place. If you elect to arrange things on your own, here are a few ideas: Renting Items for Your Wedding If you plan on renting plates, glassware, flatware, or napkins check the order before you sign for it. Check for dirty linens and for broken or chipped plates and glasses. You will be charged for items that are returned broken or unusable for rental. Also make notes on the order before you sign if any of the items are unusable such as glasses that are unclean or napkins that are dirty. The rental agency should give you a refund on those items. If your caterer is renting from the same rental company you are, indicate to the rental company that you would like your order sent along with the catering company’s order. You should be able to avoid the delivery fee. You could also use the same strategy for the return of items. If you’re using a volunteer/ friend/family to return the items make sure you get someone responsible so the items are returned on time. You can avoid renting altogether by using disposable plates and glasses. Heavyweight, clear plastic plates and glasses are available and there are some that even have the look of etched glass. This will be a significant savings as compared to renting. If real glassware is required for champagne service at your wedding reception consider using traditional “flat” champagne glasses rather than fluted champagne glasses. Flats usually cost less and breakage tends to be less frequent, which will reduce the amount of replacement charges. If you rent table linen or linen napkins, avoid candles on the tables and prohibit smoking. If you ruin it and they can’t be cleaned for future rental, you will pay for it.
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CATERING/LIMOS Check your dates to save money on your date. Prices go up during high demand days. For example, avoid Saturday evenings, proms, balls, and holidays—you will save money. Use a buffet instead of seated service. Set up an appetizer table rather than having servers pass them around, which would require additional labor cost. Choose the cheaper entree item. A skillful caterer will be able to create chicken entrees that are pleasing to the eye, great to eat, and easy on the wallet. Chicken is less expensive than beef. Themed ethnic foods, like Mexican or Italian are cheaper than more traditional fare. Timing is everything. If you schedule your reception for late afternoon and have a beer/wine reception with heavy hors d’oeuvres, people won’t expect a formal dinner. When pricing caterers look at the cost per plate but also look at extra charges like rentals, labor, delivery, gratuity of whatever. Those extras can blow a low per plate cost right out of the water. Again, as almost with everything involved with a wedding, watch the dates if you’re renting a limo. More demand, such as would be the case during prom season or big events, will result in higher fees. Book your
Haleigh Davidson dresses up the beautiful grand piano in the living room of The Camellia House. Photo lower left: Sonya Sims looks gorgeous relaxing on a chair on the grounds of The Camellia House. Gowns provided by Mimi's Bridal, Laurel; flowers provided by Vintage Designs; photos by Amanda Hammons Photography.
limo as far in advance as possible. Finally, check out the difference between renting a limo twice during the day as opposed to once and then having the driver wait between the wedding and the reception—it may be cheaper. WEDDING CAKES Based on reality TV, cake is a big deal. Just look at “Cake Boss” or “Ace of Cakes,”—they’re serious about cake. People love cake--moist bouncy cake layered with a generous application of icing that just makes you want to make a big, fat pig of yourself. If you decide to have a cake that looks like New Orleans’ St. Louis Cathedral, expect to pay massive amounts of coin. Wedding cakes can be as impressive as you wish and as costly as you may not wish. Continued Page 87
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"Il l'a embrassĂŠe" Peter and Bryn, photo by Wayne Fuller. "The Embrace"
Dessert table designed by Crumbs and Honey. Photo courtesy of Lori Barsamian Photography.
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Altogether now, say Cheese! Sanya Sims (L), dressed in her Jem Hjelm dress, Elizabeth Williams (C), dressed in a Casablanca champagne ivory and silver wedding dress. Model Haleigh Davidson (R), dressed in a tulle, Alvina Valenta gown. Gowns by Mimi’s Bridal. Flowers by Vintage Designs. Photo by Amanda Hammons Photography--taken at The Camellia House.
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“Dummy cakes” can save you money. Dummy cakes are made of Styrofoam that you cover with fondant. You imprint designs into the fondant and then finish off with real icing, flowers, ribbons, figurines or whatever else you wish. It costs less than a real cake and is just as impressive for photos. Look on YouTube for instructional videos. Use real sheet cakes for people to eat. Another idea is to have a variety of cupcakes or petit fours. They require no cutting, they come in a variety of flavors, and they can be color matched to your wedding colors if you wish. RECEPTION BEVERAGES Alcohol can be the most expensive element of a reception. To save you can choose to only serve wine, beer and soda and not a full bar. If you want mixed drinks, use vodka or gin. As far as champagne is concerned, even cheap champagne is expensive when you think of the number of glasses you’ll have to serve. Champagne has the highest cost per portion than any other alcohol. If you do offer champagne, only have it available from the bar (cuts consumption by 40%) or make it available for a limited time. Another way to cut down on alcohol consumption is to have an afternoon wedding. Consumption will be less during an afternoon event versus a nighttime event. Avoid serving salty foods, which will make people want to drink more. Interrupt the beverage service by starting dinner 45 to 60 minutes from guest arrival. The first two hours of a reception are the heaviest drinking hours. Also, end your hosted beverage service before the end of the reception (at least 30 minutes). Some other ideas to limit the cost impact of an open bar: • •
Use bulk wine served in carafes for dinner. Purchase liquor from a store that will let you return unopened products.
Lovely model Hayleigh Davidson wears a tutti-frutti colored Dessy Dress. Gown provided by Mimi’s Bridal. Flowers by Vintage Designs Flowers. Photo by Amanda Hammons Photography--taken at The Camellia House.
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The always-gorgeous Elizabeth Williams looks splendid in her ivory/silver, Private Label by G mermaid dress. This gown is actually accented with Swarovski Crystal. Flowers by Vintage Designs Flowers. Photography by Amanda Hammons Photography. Taken at The Camellia House, Hattiesburg.
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Use plastic glassware. Saves on cost and limits breakage. Use a professional bartender rather than a friend. The professional will open fewer bottles, serve the proper amount, and make fewer mistakes (all of that saves money and will cover the cost of the bartender’s wages).
ENTERTAINMENT Avoid high demand dates and book entertainment as far in advance as possible. Check into a DJ rather than using a live band or use music you’ve recorded over hiring a pianist or singer. Using a DJ or pre-recorded music removes the possibility of a scene similar to Adam Sandler’s performance of “Love Stinks!” in the Wedding Singer. Don’t get overwhelmed. Do the best you can, but don’t kill yourself or people around you. Everything will work out fine. You’ll look gorgeous, he’ll look gorgeous and you will be marrying the most wonderful person on Earth. Congratulations!!!
Sonya Sims is resplendent in her ivory Casablanca couture dress with its Swarovski crystal embroidered bodice. Gown provided by Mimi’s Bridal; flowers provided by Vintage Designs Flowers. Both photos taken by Amanda Hammons Photography at The Camellia House, Hattiesburg.
Sanya Sims looks like bride waiting for the big moment. Gown by Mimi’s Bridal. Both photos taken by Amanda Hammons Photography at The Camellia House, Hattiesburg.
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ime marches on! Birth, growth, and decline are cycles of life for nations, cities, and even buildings. For the select few, sometimes re-birth and new lives are possible. The Polk House, the subject of this story, was once a damsel in distress, glorious even in decay, rescued by resolute souls, who pushed themselves to their limits and persevered in the face of daunting challenges. When Hattiesburg was young at the end of the 19th Century and at the beginning of the 20th Century, the city was flush with riches from lumber and railroads. Hattiesburg was like a frontier town--brash, confident, and loud. Endless forests of virgin longleaf pine would last forever and life was good. Businesses directly connected with the lumber or railroad industries were springing up left and right as well as companies that provided goods and services to the many individuals employed by these new enterprises. Photo provided courtesy of Ursula Jones: Polk children & friends enjoying a ride.
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Abner Polk, a man of some foresight, saw Hattiesburg’s potential and moved his family from Purvis to Hattiesburg in 1898. Mr. Polk bought the Eaton and Quick Livery and Sales Stable and changed the name to A. Polk and later to A. Polk and Son.1 The company became financially successful and Mr. Polk wanted to build a house that reflected his commercial success. Abner Polk chose 8-10 acres of land just down the road from Railroad Depot in an area now known as the Hattiesburg Historic Neighborhood District. The area is described in the National Register of Historic Places Inventory Form dated April 4, 1980 as “ . . . being the Hub City’s most architecturally significant residential neighborhood and the oldest neighborhood.” The area was full of illustrious residents including Dr. T. E. Ross, owner of the Ross Building and founder of the Methodist Hospital (now Wesley Medical Center); J. P. Carter, owner of the Carter Building and Pres. of the First National Bank of Commerce; George Komp, owner of Komp Machine Works; W. M. Conner, land owner, developer, Alderman, and Mayor; W. W. Crawford, founder of the South Mississippi Infirmary; F. B. Woodley, Superintendent of Schools; Michael Rowan, roadmaster for the N.O & N.E. and the Mississippi Central Railroads; Paul B. Johnson, Sr., Mississippi Governor (1940-1943); Paul B. Johnson, Jr., Mississippi Governor (1964-1968).2 Continued Next Page
1. Hattiesburg Area Historical Society Volunteers et al., The History of Forrest County Mississippi, (Hattiesburg, Hattiesburg Area Historical Society, 2000), 365. 2. Jody Cook, National Register of Historic Places Inventory Form (April 4, 1980) 3, 29.
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This grand example of a Classical Revival home is a two-story frame with a twostory pedimented portico supported on giant order coupled Corinthian columns.3 Originally, the house possessed porches that wrapped around both floors with multiple smaller, although still impressive, Corinthian columns (now located in Jackson)4 supporting the porches’ roofs. The porches, in need of constant repair and maintenance just to keep them properly swept and were removed during Edgar and Ruth Polk’s remodeling in the late 1940’s, early 1950’s. This majestic house is a landmark property on River Avenue. Three grand old oak trees, planted by Ruth Polk after Hurricane Camille, form a protective canopy in the front of the property. A huge red tile porch surrounds the front half of the home. Those white, almost monumental, Corinthian columns could easily be at home on a Delta plantation manor or in the Garden District of New Orleans. Tom and Debbie Ferrill’s connection with the home actually began as a statement nearly thirty years prior to their actual purchase of the home. While Tom and Debbie were in college in Hattiesburg, Tom had a part-time job painting the Dunn house. As he and Debbie sat having lunch one day, she looked across the street at the house she had admired many times before and said "I wish you would buy that house for me!." And, according to Debbie, he laughed because he knew then that the Polk house would indeed be her house one day! As we walk to the front door it’s hard to imagine now that Tom and Debbie Ferrill had to spend four years of hard, backbreaking labor to restore the house to its now wonderful state that we will see in the photos that accompany this article. After they had obtained the property through a government auction, the Ferrills had to wait another two years before taking actual possession of the property. Burglars broke in, stole as much as they could and what they couldn’t steal they wrecked. After the burglars broke in, animals, transients, time, and Continued Next Page 3. Ibid., 5. 4. The columns were used in construction of the home of Agnes (Polk) Bethea in the Jackson area. Architectural elements from these grand old houses, whether the Polk house or the Tatum house or whatever are sold for re-use if they are salvageable. As a result, these elements have a history and geography all their own.
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nature did their worst. Transient debris was everywhere and was so horrid that the Ferrills had to don Hazmat gear just to clean. There was some leftover clothing and bedding that had mildewed and had to be removed. At one point a small river was cascading down the front staircase because of the home’s leaky roof. To remove the debris, the Ferrills set up a chute out of the second story window to discard load after load of trash. An innumerable number of dumpsters were taken away from the property. Amazingly enough, even after throwing away all that trash, Debbie still has tubs and tubs of leftover items from the house, now stored in a storage facility. Debbie’s approach to the restoration was to stay in the home for a time to get a feel for its possibilities to develop a restoration plan. That sounds good but the reality was that the house wasn’t in a livable condition, so Debbie, Tom and their daughter, Jennifer (Ferrill) Shaidnagle, taped out the rooms to mark out the changes they wanted in each room. Then they would go in and just sit or walk around to see if those changes would work, a feeling one can only get from physically being in the house. One Christmas, the Ferrills hosted a party in the house although they had little furniture,
no heat or air, tape all over the floors, no bathroom facilities, and the only lights were a set of contractor’s work lights strung throughout the house! They set up a buffet table in the dining room and guests were told to use the bathroom before they came! Everyone, given the circumstances, still had a great time!!! Entering the home can’t help but remind you of the virgin timber era. The foyer welcomes you in with gorgeous, deep toned wood on the floor and used in the trim and columns. Fortunately, none of Continued Next Page
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the wood used in the floors, doors, shelves, or columns had ever been painted which was fortuitous for its later restoration. Normally you would expect plaster and lath walls in a house of this age but when the Ferrills started reconstruction the foyer’s plaster walls were too deteriorated to repair. Debbie and her daughters grabbed their respective hammers and masks and started knocking down plaster. The repair work was never ending. When they started their project, the existing plywood and tile floors had to be pulled up to reveal the outstanding virgin timber floors. Green and white swirled tile stretched from the front door to the back door. A dropped ceiling had been installed in some areas although popular at the time might have detracted from the ceiling’s impressive height. Each door, some 30 or 40 doors, had to be taken down, sanded, and stained to match the floors. There are only a few light fixtures in the house original to the 40’s/50’s renovation; all the gas light fixtures from the home’s construction have been long gone. People had taken original light fixtures over time so the Ferrills had to come up with suitable light fixtures for most of the rooms including the foyer. Tom and Debbie’s daughter Jennifer, helpful in myriad ways during remodeling, came to the rescue. Jennifer discovered this pretty, ten-light chandelier, believed to be Waterford crystal, on the net for only $100!
Massive pocket doors lead to each of the front parlors. With all the transients and neglect the home suffered it was surprising that the pocket doors survived. The pocket doors were frozen and couldn’t be moved and that saved them. The carpenters had to remove the casing around the doors to access the mechanism so they could repair them. The only thing the refinishers had to do was to wipe the doors down and they were restored to the stunning condition that you see today. Furnishing such a large house would be a challenge for anyone. The furniture you see now came from their former home, flea markets, house sales, the internet, and Debbie’s family. Debbie’s father was in the antique business at one time so that also provided several of the pieces of furniture for the house. Continued Next Page 94 Here’s Hattiesburg!
The parlor on the left-hand side is arranged with the gas fireplace as its focal point. The house was built with an abundance of fireplaces but many of them were removed or taken down through multiple remodeling periods. This room possesses one of the few pieces of furniture left in the house—the coffee table. The reds, blues and beiges in the area rug complement the light blue Victorian settee across from the fireplace. Two matching stuff wingback chairs sit on either side of the fireplace. A handsome writing desk with a hutch sits to the right of the hearth and is outfitted with a corner chair, sometimes called a roundabout. In another corner there is a collection of swords, knives and memorabilia from Debbie’s father who was in the Merchant Marine. A rather intriguing collection of identification papers that Debbie’s father must have collected in a lifetime of government service have been put together in a picture frame and hung on the wall.
An antique “game table” and a high-backed antique chair, once owned by Debbie’s mother, offer another area to read or write. The parlor on the other side of the house is a somewhat eclectic mix of eras. The painting above mantelpiece is a Romantic-era
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are part of the dance. An upright piano in the corner of the room offers an opportunity for dance and entertainment. The two facing upholstered love seats would be perfect for two couples to share a pre-dinner glass of wine or beer or a post-dinner coffee and conversation. The dinner would have been held in the room through the set of pocket doors: the dining room. Years of neglect had damaged the original wallpaper. However, Debbie wanted to re-create the look of the original wallpaper so she turned to Kym Garraway, noted local Hattiesburg artist. Kym had worked for Tom and Debbie at their gift store years earlier. Kym’s career in art began at Tom and Debbie’s store, so it was appropriate that events should come full circle and Kym should help them paint the peacocks and garden scenes in the dining room that mimicked the original wallpaper. The peacocks and plants Kym painted on the wall match the original wallpaper very well. The huge Chippendale dining room table and chairs have a massive matching sideboard. An equalContinued Next Page
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ly massive 24-light crystal chandelier bathes the room in golden dancing light. Four substantial windows provide ample natural light. There is a China cabinet at one end of the room and a curio on the other end. Raised panel wainscoting, a two-layer medallion, dentil crown molding, and the massive oriental carpet with its light blue, ecru, and burgundy colors tie the whole room together. Walking through a swinging door, we enter the kitchen, which is part of a large open floor plan that includes the kitchen, the breakfast nook, and family room. A huge island, covered with its striking Carrara marble countertop, dominates the center of the kitchen. The island is equipped with a bar sink, storage underneath, a bookshelf for cookbooks, and is furnished with three bar stools. A “rise and fall� three-light fixture over the island and the matching single-light fixture over the farm sink are attention grabbers. The handmade encaustic cement tile, painted to look like an area rug, is another attention grabber. Light stained bead board on the ceiling adds to the airy openness of the kitchen. Off-white wood cabinets with their old timey Berenson chrome hardware, along with the handsome white subway tile used Continued Next Page
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as the backsplash, contribute to the feeling that you may be in a kitchen from an earlier era. The kitchen’s dual-fuel, Aga Legacy range/oven has a 6-element ceramic cooktop, a 7-mode programmable oven, convection heat, and a dedicated broiling oven. Above the oven is the always-handy pot filler. On either side of the range there are two custom-made pull out spice racks on one side and two cooking utensil racks on the other side. The refrigerator and dishwasher are faced with the same wood used in the cabinets. Instead of a lazy Susan in the corner cabinet, Debbie used unique racks that would pull out and slide over to allow for complete access to the cabinet. A simple wooden farm table with six ladder-back chairs provides a great place to enjoy breakfast, lunch, or a casual dinner. An antique brass double pendant hanging light and the colorful jute area rug add to the farm style feel of the room. The breakfront is filled with a collection of white ceramic flatware. Cages and ceramic birds on top of the breakfront are conversation pieces and consistent with the style of the area. A real conversation starter though is the birdcage light fixture standing in the corner. Continued Next Page
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If kicking back and watching TV is called for after a meal, walk no further than the family room. The room is furnished with an overstuffed sectional couch to sit down and take a load off. A flat screen TV is located just above the mantelpiece. The family room is fine for casual TV but if you’re going to watch football, you’ll definitely want to go to the Library. This room exudes “man cave” but this is an up-tempo version of a man cave—no bowls of meat hanging around this room. The gorgeous wood paneled room is furnished with two overstuffed leather chairs along with a suede sofa. The Library has two matching chandeliers that were originally in the parlors but were rewired and moved to the Library. A well-stocked set of bookshelves line one of the walls. This is the type of room I would imagine Sherlock Holmes hanging out in--especially if he liked football. Continued Next Page Here’s Hattiesburg! 99
The guest room on the first floor is similar to a room you would have if you stayed at one of the plantation houses in Natchez. A Victorian tester bed is the mainstay of the room. The intricate damask design of wallpaper, along with the matching upholstery on a chair, provides an elegant backdrop for the room. A set of luggage originally owned by Edgar Polk is a nice design element at the end of the bed. In the corner there’s a wonderful Victorian cradle, which has been handed down from a dear family friend to Debbie’s mother. Going up the front set of stairs brings you up to the second floor landing. The landing was more like another parlor or living room. FurContinued Next Page
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nished with a matched set of a velvet covered Victorian settee and two easy chairs, the landing would be a perfect place to read a book or share conversation. An antique secretary, handed down from Debbie’s great aunt, sits to one side. The piece of furniture that looks like an armoire is in reality a freestanding Murphy bed that had been left by the previous owners. Transients apparently didn’t know how to operate the Murphy bed (it pulls down) and ended up breaking it. If you go out on the second story porch on a nice day it is simply heavenly. Traffic is going by, you’re enjoying a nice glass of iced tea and you’re sitting in a rocking chair. The branches of the old oak trees shield you from the sun and you can look at the row of stately homes on Short Bay. Life is good! The dark wood tones of the Victorian furniture used in the 2nd floor bedrooms doesn’t feel heavy or foreboding as it can in some
houses. Light wall paint colors and the simple interior designs give the rooms a modern feel. In one of the rooms, the pink walls, along with the whimsical green drapes, lighten the effect of the darker toned antique furniture.
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house) used as a nightstand, and darker greens in the rug provide a clean contrast to the darker tones of the furniture. Using artwork such as a watercolor print of three young girls in white dresses also brightens the room. Before we leave the second floor we must talk about the stunning master bath. Outfitted with a massive claw foot tub set and brass plumbing fixtures, the bathroom is certainly consistent with the historical interior design theme throughout the rest of the house. The white cabinets, columns, and light blue wall color give this bathroom a bright look. The shower stall uses white marble panels and brass finished plumbing. A huge spray of white gladiolas and the simple, yet elegant, overhead lights all work to give the master bath a very modern feel. The day we were at the house, the temperature was perfect and the porches around the back of the house were just calling out to us to sit for a while. The Ferrills used a composite wood decking to eliminate weather/ insect damage and maintenance. When you sit on their screened-in porch you feel like you’re sitting in the middle of a park. Bright colors such as red, orange, and gold, provide color contrast to the greens. There is a mixture of old and modern furniture and textures. This porch is relaxing and calming. If you step outside the screened-in porch, comfort level stays high. There is a white cast iron table set up for lunch. A porch swing on the opposite corner of this porch beckons for a nap after lunch. Continued Next Page
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With such a massive, time and labor-intensive project, you simply have to do things in stages. While the Ferrills have made amazing progress from the transient laden, rubbish-filled house to the regal state the home now enjoys, there are still projects to be completed and repairs to be done. There are changes that they want completed on the grounds, as well as further changes to the interior of the home. Rest assured that the spirit of this family shall overcome any problem that any of their projects run into if they deem them essential to the restoration of their beautiful, historic home. Thank you so much to the Ferrill family for allowing us to view your wonderful home!
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2014 Mississippi Miss Hospitality B
onnie Blue Dulaney was crowned Mississippi Miss Hospitality 2014 while representing Meridian in the Mississippi Miss Hospitality Pageant at the Saenger Theater in Downtown Hattiesburg. Thirty-five of Mississippi’s best and brightest young women competed in the Pageant for more than $100,000 in scholarships and prizes. Bonnie Blue, 21, is a senior at Mississippi State University and is pursuing a degree in Biochemistry with plans to become a Pediatrician. While at Mississippi State, Bonnie Blue has been involved in Phi Mu Sorority, Panhellenic Council, Oktibbeha County Hospital Auxiliary and Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society. She also serves as a Roadrunner Student Recruiter, Ambassador for the College of Ag and Life Sciences, Secretary of the American Medical Student Society and Student Association Junior Class Vice President. Bonnie Blue was also the recipient of a Maroon Volunteer Center Spirit Award for her community service. Bonnie Blue is very involved in her local community and is active in various service organizations including Habitat for Humanity, Boys and Girls Club, Emerson School Headstart Program, Relay Bonnie Blue Dulaney, 2014 Mississippi Miss Hospitality
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for Life, “Change Game,” benefitting schools in Guatemala, Reed Road Children’s Ministry, and Pinelake Care Center. She also works with the Mississippi Department of Sustainable Bioproducts researching plant DNA and illnesses that affect those in the forestry industry. Bonnie Blue is the 65th Mississippi Miss Hospitality, a tradition that began in 1949. She will travel more than 30,000 miles during her reign, promoting Mississippi’s tourism and economic development programs and serving as the state’s goodwill ambassador, sharing the spirit of the hospitality state with everyone she meets.
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Development Name
County
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40th Place Forrest SW Hsbrg. 195K-600K Acadia Oaks Lamar Oak Grove 95K-115K Acadian Square Forrest Petal 229K-290K Angela’s Field Lamar Oak Grove 115K-165K Ashborough Lamar Oak Grove 150K-220K Audubon Hills Lamar Oak Grove 165K-297K Audubon Park Forrest SW Hsbrg. 200K-1MIL Autumn Ridge Forrest Petal 125K-195K Autumn Ridge Lamar Oak Grove 135-205K Backwater@Woodstone Lamar Oak Grove 300K-600K Barton Park Lamar Oak Grove Bay Creek Forrest Hsbrg. 90K-120K Baywood Cove Forrest SW Hsbrg. 275K-500K Beaver Lake Lamar Purvis 95K-300K Bedford Woods F/L SWH 120K-1MIL Bellegrass Lamar Oak Grove 197K-375K Belle Pointe Lamar Oak Grove 240K-260K Belle Terre Lamar Oak Grove 125K-250K Bellewood Lamar Oak Grove 150K-300K Bent Creek Lamar Oak Grove 200K-350K Bent Creek West Lamar Oak Grove 200K-450K Berkshire Hills Lamar SW Hsbrg. 80K-195K Beverly Hills Estates Forrest Petal 85K-200K Bienville Square Lamar Oak Grove 150K-225K Big Bay Lake Lamar L/P 180K-750K Black Creek Valley Lamar Purvis 160K-212K Briarwood Estates Forrest Petal 370K Bridgefield Estates Lamar Oak Grove/Sumrall 250K-600K Bridgefield Gardens Lamar Oak Grove/Sumrall 125K-210K Brookstone Lamar Oak Grove 119K-166K Brookwood Forrest NW Hsbrg. 65K-95K Brycewood Forrest SW Hsbrg. 80K-130K Cameron Point Lamar Oak Grove 105K-150K Canal Place Lamar SW Hsbrg. 190K-260K Canebrake Lamar Oak Grove 200K-1.8MIL Carolina Ridge Lamar Oak Grove 120K-155K Carriage Park Lamar Oak Grove 237K-275K Cascades Forrest SW Hsbrg. Lots Avialable Castle Manor Forrest Petal 100K-175K 106 Here’s Hattiesburg!
Amenities C/G, L, U U, C, G U, PG, P, W/T, L, D G, U S,C C/G, U
C, L, P, T, U C/G, U U, W/T BL, G, L, U C/G, U C, C/G, Ga, P, T, U, W U U P, Pg, U P, Pg, U C/G L L, U U, S, C C P, U C, C/G, Ga, L, P, U C/G, U U C/G C/G BL,C,CC,C/G,G,Ga, L,Pr,Pg,T,P,U,W/T C/G, U C/G, U C,U L
BL = Boat Launch C = Clubhouse CC = Country Club C/G = Curbed w/ Gutter Streets E = Equestrian G = Golf Ga = Gated L = Lake M = Maintenance Agreement P = Pool Pg = Playground Pr = Pier
Real Estate These pages will give price ranges of houses and some of the amenities offered by this sampling of communities.
T = Tennis U = Underground Utilities W/T = Walking Trail
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Development Name
County
Chanticleer Chapel Hill Classic Woods Clayton Place Clear Creek Cobblestone Corner Oaks Cottages in the Woods Cottages at Turtle Creek Country Club Lake Estates Cross Creek Crossland Roads Crowns Pointe Cumberland Dandridge Deerfield Derry Dixie Ridge East Forrest Eastwood Heights Edgemere Epley Station Ferncrest Fernwood Estates Fieldstone Forrest Hills Fox Penn Gracelynn Heights Green Bay Place Green Timber Greenwood Place Heatherwood Hickory Knoll Hidden Woods Highpointe Hillendale Hollow Run Homestead Hunter’s Point Hunter’s Ridge
Lamar Oak Grove Lamar Oak Grove Forrest NW Hsbrg. Forrest Petal Lamar Oak Grove Lamar Sumrall Lamar Oak Grove Lamar Oak Grove Lamar Oak Grove Forrest NW Hsbrg. Forrest Petal Lamar Sumrall Lamar Oak Grove Lamar Oak Grove Lamar Oak Grove Lamar Oak Grove Lamar Oak Grove Forrest Dixie Forrest Petal Forrest Petal Forrest Petal Lamar Sumrall Forrest Petal Forrest Petal Lamar Oak Grove Lamar Oak Grove Lamar Sumrall Forrest Petal Forrest Petal Lamar Oak Grove Lamar Oak Grove Lamar Sumrall Lamar Oak Grove Lamar Oak Grove Lamar Oak Grove Forrest SW Hsbrg. Forrest Petal Forrest SWH/Dixie Forrest NW Hsbrg. Forrest Petal
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200K-300K U 110K-300K C, P, C/G, U, M 160K-210K U, C/G, L, S, 130K-295K L, U 179K-240K U 108K-128K C/G, U 160K-190K 140K-173K U, W 170K-219K C/G, U, M 165K-775K C, C/G, G, L, P, T, U 130K-230K C/G, P, T, U 150K-190K C 139K U 140K-275K 150K-275K P, Pg, U 110K-200K 142K-170K 175K-240K 95K-150K 125K-250K+ C/G, P, T 186K-234K U, C/G, L, S, C 265K 110K-140K 125K-200K L 200K-430K Pg, P, U 125K-230K 196K-250K 125K-160K 115K-200K U 178K-380K 150K-500K U 120K-150K 50K-100K 180K-315K 230K-450K P, U 95K-375K C/G 110K-150K T, W/T 175K-400K C/G, L, U 160K-250K G, T, P, U 135K-200K G
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Price Range
Hunter’s Way Lamar Oak Grove 125K-150K Huntington Lamar Oak Grove 115K-150K Hyland Lamar Oak Grove 75K-150K Hyland Forrest Petal 80K-115K Innswood Forrest SW Hsbrg. 135K-400K Jamestown Forrest SW Hsbrg. 85K-200K Kendllebrook Crossing Lamar Oak Grove 165K-180K Kensington Woods Lamar SW Hsbrg. 85K-190K Keystone Cove Forrest Petal 115K-135K Kingsmill Lamar Oak Grove 160K-290K Kirkwood Park SW Hsbrg. SW Hsbrg. 200K-1MIL Knights Landing Lamar Oak Grove 187K-414K Krystal View Lamar Oak Grove 120K-200K Lagniappe Cottages Lamar Oak Grove 120K-165K Lake Serene Lamar Oak Grove 120K-600K Lake Sharra Lamar Oak Grove 110K-180K Lakeshore Lamar Oak Grove 160K-300K Lakeview@ Timberton Forrest SW Hsbrg. New Lamar Park Lamar Oak Grove 100K-140K Legacy Lamar Oak Grove 160K-200K Le Papillon Lamar Oak Grove 175K-650K Liberty Place Dixie 134K Longleaf Acres Forrest Petal 150K-400K Longwood Place Lamar Oak Grove 150K-165K Lost Orchard Lamar Purvis 129K-160K Madison Place Lamar Oak Grove 125K-160K Magnolia Crossing Lamar Sumrall 225K-280K Magnolia Trace Lamar Oak Grove 160K-380K Maison Rue Lamar Sumrall 196K Marshall Place Forrest Petal 200K-350K Martin Ridge Lamar Oak Grove 155K-215K Melody Hill Lamar Petal 130K-160K Mineral Creek Forrest (Nth) Rawls Springs Custom & Spec. 130K-300K North Fork Forrest Petal 200K-300K Northridge Forrest Petal 110K-140K Oak Forrest Lamar Oak Grove 110K-210K Oak Grove Cove Lamar Oak Grove 110K-155K Oak Hills Lamar Oak Grove 95K-150K Oak Leigh Manor Forrest SW Hsbrg. 80K-100K 110 Here’s Hattiesburg!
Amenities C/G T, W/T C/G, U C/G L, C/G, C C/G P, L C/G, U U C/G, U BL, C, L, Pr, Pg, T BL, C, L, Pg, Pr, T L BL, C, C/G, L, P
U U BL, L, Pr, U Pg, U C/G, C, Ga, M, P, U U U C/G, U U, L, Pr U, C C, Ga, L, Pg, U, W/T, Fiber Optic Tel, TV, Net,Sec. Sys. U, L, Pr
M, P, U
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Development Name
County
Oak Ridge Overlook Point Pecan Hills Pecan Lakes Pecan Place Plantations Place Pleasant Ridge Providence Quail Hollow Reese Creek Plantation Regency Estates Richburg Heights Rolling Hills Sandstone Savannah Trace Serene Hills Serene Meadows Seven Pines Shadow Ridge Sherwood Forrest Sienna Fields Southdown South Fork SummerPlace SummerTree Summertrace Summerwood Tall Pines Tee Time Terrace Hills The Glen The Hemmingway The Meadows The Oaks The Preserve The Refuge The Trace The Trace, 4th Ed. The Village
Lamar Oak Grove Lamar Oak Grove Lamar Oak Grove Forrest Petal Lamar Oak Grove Lamar Oak Grove Forrest Petal Forrest SW Hsbrg. Lamar Oak Grove Forrest Petal Forrest SW Hsbrg. Forrest SW Hsbrg. Lamar Oak Grove Lamar Oak Grove Lamar Sumrall Lamar Oak Grove Lamar Oak Grove Forrest Dixie Lamar Oak Grove Forrest Petal Lamar Sumrall Lamar Sumrall Forrest Petal Lamar Oak Grove Lamar Oak Grove Lamar Oak Grove Lamar Oak Grove Lamar Oak Grove Forrest Petal Lamar Oak Grove Lamar Oak Grove Forrest Petal Forrest Petal Lamar Sumrall Forrest NW Hsbrg. Lamar Sumrall Lamar Oak Grove Lamar Oak Grove Forrest NW Hsbrg.
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Price Range
Amenities
125K-195K 115K-145K C/G, Ga, U 95K-155K 140K-200K L, Pr, Pg, U 130K-250K 100K-150K 130K-350K BL, L, U 200K-1.5MIL E, Ga, U 175K-350K 130K-285K Ga, L, Pr, U, W/T 95K-330K C/G, U 100K-230K 130K-215K 200K-600K C, Ga, P, U, W/T 250K-365K U 170K-220K U 140K-200K 130K-250K 175K-410K C, C/G, G, Ga, P, U 100K-150K G 150K-175K W/T, U 115K-169K 185K-225K L, Pr 140K-290K U 130K-290K U 120K-140K C/G, Ga, M, U 250K-266K U 95K-175K 135K-180K G, L, U 240K 115K-165K C/G, U 110K-130K 115K-160K U, L, Pg 200K-210K U 360K C/G, U 275K-400K U, G 160K-350K L, U 180K-350K U, W/T 250K-1MIL C, C/G, P, T, U
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County
Area
Price Range
The Woodlands Lamar Oak Grove The Woods Lamar Oak Grove Thornberry Fields Forrest Petal Timber Lakes Forrest Petal Timber Ridge Lamar Oak Grove Timberline Ridge Forrest Petal Timberland Lamar Purvis Timberton Forrest SW Hsbrg. Trailwood Forrest Petal Trailwood West Forrest Petal Tropical Gardens Forrest Petal Twelve Oaks Lamar Oak Grove Twin Pines (Tee Time) Forrest Petal Villa Del Ray Lamar Oak Grove Village at the Meadows Forrest Petal Villages of Oak Grove Lamar Oak Grove Vintage Springs Forrest SE Hsbrg Wandering Oaks Dixie Waterford Forrest SW Hsbrg. West Lake Manor Lamar Oak Grove Westbrook Lamar Sumrall Westerly Lamar Oak Grove Western Heights Forrest SW Hsbrg. Westgate Lamar SW Hsbrg. Westhills Lamar Oak Grove Westover Lamar Oak Grove West Woods Forrest SE Hsbrg. Whispering Pine Forrest Petal Williamsburg Estates Forrest Petal Willow Court Lamar Sumrall
160K-290K U 150K-275K U 175K-185K U 130K-250K L 130K-250K U 150K-250K G,U 120K-240 U 200K-500K C, CC, C/G, G, L, U 180K-450K BL,C/G,G,L,Pr,Pg,U 200K-1MIL BL,C/G,G,L,Pr,Pg,U 145K-230K C/G, U 135K-170K 130K-180K G, L, U 85K-140K 120K-145K U 188K-226K C/G, U 335K C/G, U 230K U 400K-1MIL C/G,Ga,L,Pr,U,W/T 120K-220K BL, L 175K-225K U 148K-160K U 80K-180K C/G 150K-200K C/G 55K-195K 55K-195K 75K-150K 115K-140K 100K-200K 95K-120K
Willows of Trailwood Windridge Woodhaven Woodland Hills Woodlands Trace Woodstone Worthington
130K-200K 130K-250K 110K-350K 90K-295K 160K-290K 240K-500K 250K-400K
Forrest Lamar Forrest Forrest Lamar Lamar Lamar
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“When you go out to battle against your enemies and see horses and chariots and people more numerous than you, do not be afraid of them; for the LORD your God, who brought you up from the land of Egypt, is with you. Deuteronomy 20:1 Reading about these Soldiers who have gone into harm’s way for the defense of our country and way of life, a reverential awe fills my heart. The Soldiers are matter of fact in their descriptions of their actions but they performed their job regardless of the situation. Conflict unites these Soldiers as brothers and sisters-- the friends they made during their service will be lifelong. They battled, they suffered, and they persevered, together. Battle tests and tempers people—Individuals may have been scared when they went or when they were actually in theatre, but that fear didn’t own them. The Soldiers seem all the braver for being able to act in the face of so many uncertainties. Part of the reason they were able to survive and thrive is their own personal intestinal fortitude. Part of the reason is their training. That’s where Camp Shelby comes in—Camp Shelby provides, and has provided in the past, training to Soldiers from all the services going to battle since WWI. Always proud, always ready, Camp Shelby provides Soldiers training that will allow them to win and survive. Camp Shelby Joint Forces Training Center (CSJFTC) has been an important part of the greater Hattiesburg area for 98 years! The post is primarily located in portions of Forrest and Perry Counties with a small portion in Greene County. The training center was established in 1917 in support of mobilization during World War I and has served almost continuously since that time as a training site, not only for Guard & Reserve Components of the Army, but also for the Active Components of the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, and Air Force. Encompassing more than 134,000 acres (525 square kilometers), Camp Shelby can support battalion level maneuver training, and has a wide range of training and logistical support facilities. It is a training ground for the M1 Abrams Tank, Bradley Infantry Fighting Vehicles, and M109A6 Paladin Howitzers and home to the 177th Armored Brigade (Training Support). Camp Shelby serves as a training site for National Guardsmen and Reservists from throughout the country hosting as many as 100,000 personnel annually. Camp Shelby’s time as a mobilization center during the Iraqi and Afghanistan engagements was a period of enormous expansion and upgrade of its facilities. Besides adding new assets during a time of ambitious growth, Camp Shelby has seen upgrades to most of the assets that existed before the conflicts began. The many men and women of our military provide constant vigilance in a dangerous world for all of us and they are all heroes. While we can’t have a story on each Soldier, we have chosen individuals with widely varying responsibilities from combat to supply, but all were in hostile environs and performed above and beyond. As we honor some of the Soldiers who have passed through Camp Shelby and have served with honor overseas let us remember all the personnel who have gone before them and those who will follow . . . . NEVER FORGET!
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Derek J. Abbott, United States Army
Current Rank: Chief Warrant Officer 3 (CW3) Current Status: Employed in Army National Guard, Tupelo, MS as a Maintenance Officer/Maintenance Test Pilot (Apache Helicopters) Deployment: Iraq Derek Abbott was moved by the events of September 11, 2002 to visit his local Army National Guard recruiting station that afternoon; he officially enlisted into the Mississippi Army National Guard as a Private First Class (PFC) Apache Helicopter Mechanic in December 2002. Chief Warrant Officer Abbott’s unit was originally called up to Iraq in August 2006 as E Troop 1-104th Cavalry and returned in July 2007. The sole purpose of Unit E Troop 1-104th Cavalry was to support Soldiers on the ground through security, reconnaissance, deliberate attacks, or special operations. (Abbott was part of a battalion that received the “Valorous Unit Citation” which is the unit equivalent of a “Silver Star”.) Derek’s unit was deployed all over Iraq. Since he and his crew were in an Apache helicopter, ground fire would often be directed towards them. The following action that Derek received his award for was “just another day at the office” (Derek’s words) for his unit. Because of the jobs they were tasked with, Derek’s unit was in many situations similar or worse to the one described below. Narrative description (Derek is referred to as Attack 10): Warrant Officer One Derek J. Abbott, United States Army, heroically distinguished himself by serving as an AH64 Apache attack helicopter copilot gunner in combat against the enemy of the United States with E Troop 1-104th Cavalry, 1-149th Attack Reconnaissance Battalion, LSA Anaconda, Iraq. On 7 April 2007, an Attack Weapons Team (AWT) composed of Attack 01 and Attack 10 were conducting close combat attack for the 25th Infantry Division at Diwaniyah, Iraq in support of Operation Black Eagle. At approximately 0930 hours during a daylight assault, Attack 01/10 was called into the center of the city to confirm the destruction of an insurgent RPG team by an armed Predator Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) and destroy any remaining elements in the area. The situation escalated into a troops-incontact and the enemy quickly shifted their base of fire from the ground elements onto the AWT now overhead. The trail aircraft Attack 10 reported it was taking small arms and RPGs fire and initiated evasive maneuvers, while Attack 01 turned to engage the source of the fire. Attack 01 started to receive fire and both aircraft, unable to identify the source, moved to a position away from the urban terrain to conduct battle damage assessment. It was visible that both aircraft had sustained damage but the flight determined that they were still operational. The battle damaged AWT returned to the fight for an additional two hours, continuing to receive fire, in an effort to scout out the insurgents and provide cover to prevent the enemy from taking advantage of the rooftops and engaging friendly forces. On one instance, the AWT deliberately flew into the engagement area to attempt to draw fire and allow the ground forces and Predator to pinpoint the enemy’s location. Throughout this action, WO1 Abbott (Attack 10) continued to seek out and identify enemy positions while protecting the lead aircraft. His willingness to remain on station (in the air) despite sustaining damage to the aircraft is testament to his resolve to protect his fellow Soldiers. His actions are in keeping with the finest traditions of military service and reflect distinct credit upon himself, E Troop 1-104th Cavalry, the 1-149th Attack Reconnaissance Battalion, the 36th Combat Aviation Brigade and the United States Army. Here’s Hattiesburg! 115
LaKetter M. Cannon, US Army National Guard
Current Rank: Major Current Status: State Equal Employment Manager, HQ Det, JFH MSNG Deployment: Kandahar, Afghanistan Award: Bronze Star Major LaKetter Cannon entered the service while a student at Alcorn State University in 1996. Like many people, LaKetter joined to earn money for school. She was sent overseas to Afghanistan to the Kandahar Airfield. Kandahar Province is in the heart of the Pashtun crescent and Taliban supporters have attacked the Kandahar Airfield base in every way imaginable. No place was safe there, whether you were at a desk or walking the streets with a rifle. Kandahar Airfield was huge with over 26,000 stationed at its height although after the drawdown it only has 2,600 troops. Major LaKetter was a contract specialist with 184th ESC, Logistics, Contract Management Office, and served one tour of 10 months in Afghanistan. She was responsible for managing over 23 contracts valued at over $2,300,000,000.00. When they say an Army travels on its stomach, that is true in some ways but The Army is so much more than that. It survives with ordinance and weapons. Every Soldier needs everything you do on a daily, monthly, and yearly basis. The list is endless: food, firepower, toiletries, building materials, healthcare, internet service, e-mail, and so on and so on. Contract management people make sire that Soldiers get what they need when they need it. When Maj. Cannon got home the first thing she wanted to do is hold her son and husband. She is still in the military and serves as the State Equal Employment Officer, HQ Det, JFH MSNG.
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Christopher W. Cooksey, Mississippi Army National Guard Current Rank: Major/O-4 Current Status: Executive Officer, 1-155th CAB, McComb, MS Deployment: Iraq Award: Bronze Star
Major Christopher W. Cooksey, USARMY NG MSARNG, originally joined the U.S. Marines out of high school but returned to Mississippi after four years of service to get his degree from Mississippi State University. Major Cooksey went to Office Candidate School shortly after graduation from State. The connection Major Cooksey had with Camp Shelby Joint Forces Training Center was extensive. He conducted mobilization training at Camp Shelby before going to Iraq from Aug. 2004 to Dec. 2004; he also conducted training from Feb. 2009 to May 2009. Further, Maj. Cooksey was stationed at Camp Shelby from October 2010 to October 2012 Major Cooksey’s first tour of duty was in the Babil Governate, part of an area not so affectionately known as the Triangle of Death because of all the insurgency attacks in that region. Maj. Cooksey was located at Forward Operating Base Iskandariyah in the Babil Province On his second tour, Major Cooksey was at Joint Base Balad (an area now occupied by ISIS) in central Iraq. During the 2009-2010 rotation his company, Company B, 1-155th CAB, conducted over 150 Combat Logistic Patrols that provided security for logistical convoys throughout Iraq. During these operations he and his company logged over 20,000 miles through some of the most hostile areas in Iraq. Like most of the returning Soldiers, Major Cooksey wanted to spend time with family--his wife and two children, including a daughter who was born when he was on a tour of duty--after his return. His most anticipated meal coming home was catfish! Major Cooksey is still in the military and serves full time with the Mississippi Army National Guard (AGR) as the Executive Officer of the 1-155th CAB, headquartered in McComb, MS. Both of his tours were with the 1-155th CAB (Combined Arms Battalion). During his first rotation in 2005 he served as the Scout Platoon Leader and the second rotation in 2009-2010 he served as a Infantry Rifle Company Commander. Maj. Christopher W. Cooksey US Army NG MSARNG originally joined the Marines in October 1992 after high school and served with the Marines for four years. He joined the Army after the events of 9/11. The September 11 attacks was the main reason her joined back up. Maj. Cooksey’s conducted mobilization training at Camp Shelby both times he went overseas. His first round of training was from August 2004 to December 2004. He returned to Camp Shelby for mobilization training the second time in February 2009 to May 2009. Additionally he was stationed at Camp Shelby from October 2010 to October 2012 while serving with the 154th RTI, a resident unit at Camp Shelby Joint Forces Training Center. Also he has conducted numerous summer annual training periods and drill weekend at Camp Shelby Here’s Hattiesburg! 117
Stacy E. Johnson, US Army National Guard
Current Rank: Major EN Current Status: Logistics’ Officer (BDE S4)-168TH Engineer Brigade, Flowers, MS Deployment: Zabul Province, Afghanistan Award: Combat Action Badge, Bronze Star Major Johnson comes from a tradition of family service in the military. His two uncles, one of whom was killed in action, served in Vietnam. Serving in the military was in his blood, but it also allowed him to supplement the payment of his college education. Maj. Johnson entered the Mississippi Army National Guard Company C, 223rd Engineer Battalion in March of 1988 in Charleston, MS as a high school senior. His service overseas included two tours. From 2003-2004, Maj. Johnson served in Tikrit, Iraq (Saddam Hussein was born in a town only eight miles away from Tikrit) with Company C, 223rd Engineer Battalion. From 2012-2013, the Major served in Zabul Province, Afghanistan as the Executive Officer with the 31st Rear Operations Center. The unit that Maj. Johnson was in is an example of the many units that work in conjunction with combat units to achieve mission goals. In Iraq, his unit was involved in vertical (structure construction) and horizontal construction (ground preparation) as well as force protection for all Forward Operating Bases (FOBs). In Afghanistan, Maj. Johnson’s unit, the 31st Rear Operations Center, partnered with the Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan (GiROA) through the Director of Agriculture, Irrigation, and Livestock (DAIL). Drawing on the expertise provided by a U.S. military team of agriculture experts, Afghan government officials and local farmers benefited from new agriculture techniques, a better understanding of their karez systems1, and proper vaccination techniques for their livestock. American involvement in Afghanistan and Iraq was of a dual nature. First of all, there was combat to eliminate active enemy military units and terrorist units. Secondly, both countries had to be re-built, civilian homes, jobs, and enterprises had to be resuscitated. The location of Maj. Johnson’s command in Afghanistan was essentially between a rock and a hard place. On one side was Khandahar, center of Taliban activity; on the other side was Pakistan, a refuge for Taliban and Al-Qaeda operatives. Engineering units were a favorite target of the terrorists in both Iraq and Afghanistan because the Engineers helped re-build, which helped stabilize the civilian population. Major Johnson’s units came under fire routinely; he received the Bronze Stars for his exceptional and meritorious services in those actions. Major Johnson’s favorite thing about coming home was being with his family. He is still in the National Guard serving his country. Maj. Johnson is now with the 168TH Engineer Brigade in Flowers, MS as the Logistics’ Officer (BDE S4). He is responsible for all the functional elements of sustainment, which includes supply, transportation, maintenance, general engineering, human resources, financial management, legal, religious support, and Army health service support. 1. Basically, the karez system involves digging wells close to the top of a mountain and then directing the water from the mother well through an underground channel, which prevent evaporation. The channel goes down the mountain towards the and villages where it is distributed via a series of gates, dams, and channels.
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Jesse Nicholson, US Army National Guard (also served in 82nd US Army Airborne)
Current Rank: Sergeant First Class (SFC) Current Status: Mississippi National Guard’s Joint Force Headquarters. Jackson, MS Operations and Training Deployment: Bosnia, Iraq, Afghanistan Award: Bronze Star with Valor Far away from the gentle ocean breezes in Ocean Springs, clearing a road for a convoy that had likely been emplaced with IED’s (Improvised Explosive Devices) in the middle of Iraq was a position that Sergeant First Class Jesse Nicholson faced. SFC Nicholson, along with CPT Olier (mentioned later in this section), ILT Kenneth Anthony, and SGT Michael Marks jumped off their Humvee. SFC Nicholson spotted aiming stakes ahead and the terrorist was forced to explode his device before he was able to harm the convoy or Iraqi civilians using the road to go to market. SFC received the Bronze Star with Valor for his actions during this action. Originally, Jesse was looking for an adventure when he joined U.S. Army’s 82nd Airborne right out of Ocean Springs High School. He did his two-year stint and then went back to Southern Miss to get his college education.
Looking for ways to help defray the cost of the education and missing the military life as he did, Jesse re-joined American Armed Forces this time with the Mississippi National Guard. Camp Shelby provided the training as he started his career in the Guard and also provided training for his tours of duty in Iraq and Afghanistan. SFC Nicholson served in Mississippi’s Bravo Company, 1-155th Infantry in Iraq for much of 2005 and served in Special Operations – South in Afghanistan in 2012. He also served in another hot spot—Bosnia in 2002. Serving overseas provided him with the adventure he was looking for but he looked forward to spending time with his family upon his return and a “good shrimp po’ boy.” SFC Jess Nicholson currently serves Joint Force Headquarters in the Operations and Training section. Here’s Hattiesburg! 119
Bryan D. Olier, US Army National Guard
Current Rank: Major (will be promoted to Lt. Col Spring 2015) Current Status: Deputy Chief of Staff—Recruiting and Retention Battalion, Jackson Deployment: 1st (2005 – 2006) Iraq (OIF III), 2nd (2009 – 2010) Iraq (OIF 9.2) Award: 2 Bronze Stars Many of the people we’re seeing in this article joined the military as a way to better themselves both as people but also as way to pay for their education. Bryan Olier, now a Major but soon to be a Lieutenant Colonel, was one such person. Maj. Olier said joining the military was a great decision because it gave him “worldly knowledge and discipline” as well as making higher education financially affordable. Major Olier’s had extensive experience with Camp Shelby from the time he joined the National Guard after serving in the U.S. Army in December of 1990. After his return from service in Dessert Shield/Dessert Storm, Major Olier served as an instructor at Camp Shelby. Throughout the years, his battalion, the 1st Battalion 155th Infantry, spent their two-week annual training at Camp Shelby as well. Operation Iraqi Freedom required Major Olier’s service for two tours of duty (2005-2006 and 2009-2010). Major Olier was located in some of the worst areas of Iraq that area right around Baghdad. His company/battalion was located in Al Iskandyriah and Al Mussayyib in an area known as the “Triangle of Death.” Insurgents were everywhere and they were very active indeed. Regardless of the immediate demands of carrying out operation in a deadly environment, Major Olier never wavered in his belief in the difference that he and his troops made in Iraq. Major Olier was awarded two Bronze Stars for action his command carried out in Iraq. As Major Olier relayed, “the fighting never seemed to end.” His command lost over 30 men during their time in Iraq. When he dreamed of home, Major Olier just wanted to hold his family, wanted to smell fresh cut grass, and just listen to the sounds of Mother Nature. Major Olier couldn’t wait to have some genuine Southern Mississippi fried catfish when he got home. He described the taste as being “indescribable!” Major Olier is currently the Deputy Commander for Recruiting and Retention Battalion in Jackson MS. He was selected to be the Deputy Chief of Staff (at which time, he will receive his promotion to Lieutenant Colonel) effective March 1, 2015.
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Tara Rivers, US Army National Guard
Current Rank: Sergeant First Class (SFC) Current Status: Headquarters Detachment, Joint Force Headquarters, Jackson, MS Senior Personnel NCO Deployment: Afghanistan Award: Air Medal, Meritorious Unit Citation, NATO medal, and the Afghanistan Campaign Medal with two stars For somebody that graduated from Perry High School in New Augusta, MS, SFC Tara L. Rivers has been able to do some impressive traveling. SFC Rivers spent some of her time in the service in Germany and also way across the world in Afghanistan. While in Afghanistan, SFC Rivers served with Detachment 16, a C-12 fixed wing aircraft unit, Operational Support Airlift at Bagram Air Field. Bagram Air Field was and is the largest U.S. military base in Afghanistan. SFC Rivers’ unit was deployed in October 2010 until September 2011, and she served as a Human Resources NCO and an Aerial Sensor Operator. She spent some time at Kandahar Air Field, but most of her service was at Bagram. She completed 350 hours of combat flight time and received an Air Medal, Meritorious Unit Citation, NATO medal, and the Afghanistan Campaign Medal with two stars. According to the award documents, SFC Rivers distinguished herself by “exceptionally meritorious service.” Her “tactical and technical proficiency contributed to the successful completion of over 110 combat flight missions.” When SFC Rivers returned home she wanted to see her family, her kids, and green grass. Where she was stationed, SFC Rivers was either in the dessert or the mountains. Before SFC Rivers’ tour of duty in Afghanistan, she served as administrative noncommissioned officer at Camp Shelby from April 28,1989 until January 31, 2005. She was transferred to Jackson’s 66th Troop Command where she served as Personnel Staff NCO until her deployment in October of 2011. Currently, SFC Rivers serves as the Senior Personnel NCO at Headquarters Detachment, Joint Forces Headquarters, Mississippi National Guard, where she is responsible for personnel, medical, and pay operations for over 300 Soldiers.
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GARDENING
Loropetalum Photos & article by MSU Extension Service/Gary Bachman MSU Horticulturist Coastal Research & Extension Center
Loropetalum flowers are unusual, having strap-like petals reminiscent of the flowers of the winter-blooming witch-hazel. This is not surprising since they are in the same family. Normally, loropetalum begins blooming in early spring and then blooms sporadically through the rest of the summer. The green-leaved varieties typically have white flowers, while the dark-burgundyleaved selections have pink to red flowers.
gundy. I really like its growth habit, which is distinctly weeping. This feature makes Purple Pixie a good choice for the spiller plant in a combination container. Consider using it as a perennial with annuals as thrillers and fillers, according to the season.
Loropetalum is hardy in U.S. Department of Agriculture zones 7 to 9 and makes a fine landscape plant all across Mississippi. The selection called Burgundy was named a Mississippi Medallion Winner in 2001 and is still a landscape favorite. This selection will grow to 10 feet or more if left unpruned. The trunks can be limbed up to make a fine small tree form.
Loropetalum is also a good choice when you consider its watering needs. This plant tolerates the drought conditions we frequently experience in Mississippi gardens and landscapes.
As a ground cover plant, Purple Pixie spreads up to 4 feet wide and only about 1 foot tall.
The loropetalum shrubs tolerate many landscape soil conditions, especially if attention is paid at planting. One of the most common mistakes gardeners make when planting loropetalum is Loropetalum tolerates pruning well if you want the plant a certain planting the root ball too deep. Never plant deeper than the top size. The foliage is reddish purple that can turn bright orange with of the container, and dig the hole at least twice as wide as the lower temps in the fall. The flowers have twisted straps and are container. hot pink with a delicate fragrance. Amend native soil with good organic matter when filling in the I really like the smaller selections and consider them a versatile hole to give the loropetalum roots a good base to grow into. Finish landscape plant. Ruby loropetalum is a small form that commonly off with a 2-inch layer of mulch to conserve soil moisture. reaches a rounded 3 feet tall and wide, though there are larger specimens. Ruby freely flowers all season with pretty pink flower clusters. New foliage emerges ruby red before maturing to dark burgundy. I think one of the best new varieties in recent years is Purple Pixie loropetalum. The evergreen foliage is a deep purple-bur-
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Virginia Sweetspire is a perfect shrub Photos & article by MSU Extension Service/Gary Bachman MSU Horticulturist Coastal Research & Extension Center
If you’re like me and most other home gardeners, you want shrubs gorgeous red foliage well into the winter months, depending on to have multiseason interest and be versatile, beautiful AND low frosts and freezes. Plant in full sun to experience the best fall maintenance. This is no small list to consider when looking for color production. shrubs at the garden center or nursery. The flowers are produced in groups on racemes that are up to 6 I may know the ideal shrub that has all these traits and is also a inches longs and resemble fireworks. Individual, star-like flowMississippi native. Virginia Sweetspire is perfect for the shrub ers are small and fragrant. The tiny flowers start to open from border or woodland setting. In fact, Virginia Sweetspire was the base to the tip and have a prolonged bloom period. These flowers are a nice addition to the landscape when there are few selected as a Mississippi Medallion winner for 2011. shrubs and trees in bloom. Perform any pruning after flowering Virginia Sweetspire flowers are produced in groups on racemes because the flowers are produced on the previous year’s stems. that are up to 6 inches long. Individual, star-like flowers are small and fragrant and start to open from the base to the tip. (Photo by Two commonly available selections have a compact and uniform growth habit. Henry’s Garnet will grow to 4 feet tall and MSU Extension Service/Gary Bachman) spreads up to 6 feet wide. Fall color is a brilliant garnet red, and Virginia Sweetspire has multi-season interest and is versatile, the flowering racemes are much larger and longer than those on beautiful and low maintenance, making it the perfect shrub for other species. many landscape uses. Little Henry has a mounded and compact growth habit that is This Mississippi native shrub has an erect, densely branched suitable for mass plantings. It requires little, if any, pruning to stem when grown in full sun and a looser, more open habit when maintain shape. The summer foliage color is bright green, and grown in partial shade. The native Virginia Sweetspire typically fall colors include a nice combination of vivid reds and oranges. grows from 3 to 4 feet tall and 4 to 6 feet wide in landscape settings. You may have to prune it to keep the plant neat and tidy. Sarah’s Eve is an interesting selection with flowers described as having a soft tinge of orangey-red on the stems. I have this Plant Virginia Sweetspire in shrub borders or foundation plant- selection growing in my garden and find it to be a fine landscape ings because the foliage will form a dense barrier. plant. Maybe it’s because my landscape is in the southern coastal zone, but I don’t really see the interesting coloration it is supThe foliage is dark green and changes to a brilposed to have. liant red in the fall. Virginia Sweetspire is evergreen most years in the coastal region and semiThere are no serious pests or evergreen to deciduous in northern Mississippi. diseases of Virginia Sweetspire, In coastal counties, Virginia Sweetspire holds its making these shrubs wonderful, low-maintenance plants. It is also a good choice for protecting your landscape from deer if they cause problems in your area.
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Saucer Magnolia flowers are early signal of spring Photos & article by MSU Extension Service/Gary Bachman MSU Horticulturist Coastal Research & Extension Center
There are a lot of different traditions and customs when it comes to predicting the weather. Just last week, we looked to that venerable weather creature, the ground hog Punxsutawney Phil, to tell us how many more weeks of winter before we can expect spring to arrive.
across and can be white, pink or bold purple, depending on the variety. (Photo by MSU Extension Service/Gary Bachman) But when it comes to the landscape, I like to believe in Oma’s really optimistic clues that the end of winter is close at hand. These clues occur early every spring in our landscapes after we have had several warm and sunny days. At first, this plant has just a little color peeking out of flower buds, but then all of a sudden, there is a rush of color ranging from the faintest of pinks to the boldest purples. Saucer magnolia is this eternally optimistic plant.
Personally, I like to listen to the predictions of Oma Desala. Oma is more commonly known as Mother Nature, and in late winter, she provides subtle clues to the arrival of spring. In the coastal counties where I live, the red maples have started to show their bright red flower clusters -- three weeks earlier than they did in 2014. A more conservative indicator of spring is the yellow It normally flowers in the middle to late spring, usually past the risk of late frosts. With the many selections available, some jessamine. may bloom earlier and some later. With the margin of error in The buds and blooms of the saucer magnolia are fairly reli- any weather prognostication, I don’t recommend that you go out able early indicators of spring in Mississippi. (Photo by MSU and start planting your tomatoes based on the flowering of your Extension Service/Gary Bachman) saucer magnolia. The huge flowers on saucer magnolias can reach up to 10 inches
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Saucer magnolia is by far the most popular of the flowering magnolias. It is a cross between different deciduous magnolias dating back to the 1820s in Europe. The story goes that the saucer magnolia was developed to bring beauty back to the European landscape after the Napoleonic Wars. Saucer magnolia is considered a small tree, and it may eventually reach 20 feet tall by 20 feet wide. Driving around Mississippi, I have seen specimens that have achieved much larger sizes than this. I think multistemmed There are many selections and cultivars to choose from, and your decision on which one to choose may be hard to make. Saucer specimens are the most attractive. magnolias are a good landscape choice as a low-maintenance, You can maintain and control the size of the plant by pruning. The easy-to-care-for plant. Be sure to plant it in full sun in wellbest time to prune this spring-flowering tree is immediately after drained soil. Make sure the soil doesn’t dry out completely, flowering. as drying out causes the saucer magnolia to drop its leaves prematurely. The flowers buds also don’t develop as well during The leaves can be quite variable, depending on the selection, and droughty conditions. add textural interest. They have an elliptical shape and can be up to 8 inches long. Irrigate deeply during times of drought stress to ensure a beautiful spring next year. But since they bloom before the leaves emerge, the flowers on saucer magnolias are the main attraction. They are huge! Some selections can have flowers up to 10 inches across. The colors vary from white to pink to a bold purple, depending on the variety.
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CATS! C
ats are the most popular pets in the United States. An estimated 90 million cats live in 34% of American homes. Cats have a reputation as cold and aloof schemers loyal only to themselves. Cats can be aloof, but they are loving, loyal, and lovable creatures. Cats were revered in Egypt; the Romans held cats in high regard; in the Far East, cats were prized because they kept rodent populations down. During Europe’s Dark Ages, many cats were killed because of backward superstitions that believed cats were evil. Ironically, killing cats helped spread Bubonic plague (which was a true evil that killed 60% of Europe’s population) because rat populations rose as the cat population fell. All domestic cats can be traced back more than 8,000 years ago to a Middle Eastern wildcat, Felis sylvestris, which literally means “cat of the woods.” Cats were first domesticated in the Near East and became useful when human populations evolved from hunting/gathering to agricultural societies. Storage of grains became essential and that’s where the cats’ hunting abilities earned them a spot with people.1
Ten Popular Cat Breeds “There are no ordinary cats.” French Novelist, Sidonie-Gabrielle Colette
The Persian The number one breed in popularity (according to the Cat Fanciers Association)—the Persians are affectionate and loyal but need grooming on a daily basis because of their long hair. Their sweet, gentle personalities blend into most households once they feel secure in their new environment. Playful but never demanding, they love to pose for you. Persians come in many colors: solids, silver and gold, shaded and smoke, tabby, particolor, and Himalayan. Neutering, providing scratching toys, regular claw trimming, and grooming are some of the elements of maintaining healthy Himalayans.
1. David Zax (June 30, 2007), “A Brief History of Cats,“ retrieved from Smithsonianmag.com
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The Maine Coon The Maine Coon is the largest domesticated breed of cat. There are a couple of folk tales concerning Maine Coon’s origins: one tale says Marie Antoinette’s cats escaped her fate and ended up on her ship sailing for America. The ship landed in New England and Marie’s cats mated with local feral cats. Another folktale says English seafarer Captain Charles Coon kept longhaired cats aboard his ships. When Coon anchored in New England, his cats would get off the ships and ended up mating with local feral cats. When longhaired kittens began appearing in the litters of shorthaired local cat population, they were referred to as one of "Coon's Cats.” Males weigh from 15 to 25 lbs. with females weighing from 10 to 15 lbs. The height of adults can vary between 10 and 16 in and can reach lengths of up to 48 inches including the tail. They’re solid muscular cats with a broad chest. The Maine Coon is a longhaired or medium-haired cat. The coat is soft and silky, minimal grooming is required for the breed, compared to other longhaired breeds with colors such as chocolate, lavender, the Siamese pointed patterns, ticked, and brown tabby. Himalayan The Himalayan (sometimes known as Himalayan Persian), is a breed or sub-breed of longhaired cat identical in type to the Persian, with the exception of its blue eyes and its point color. As with other Persians, there are two types of Himalayan head types, the traditional or doll-face, and the peke-faced, which has the more extreme squashed-looking facial features. The bulk of the fur on the body of a Himalayan is white or cream, but the points (the face, legs, tail and ears) come in many different colors: seal (or black), blue, lilac, chocolate, red (flame), and cream. The points can also be tabby, lynx or tortoiseshell patterned. Due to their Persian ancestry, some Himalayans may have the gene that causes Polycystic kidney disease, (PKD), but a genetic test can reveal which cats carry the PKD gene, so that they may be spayed or neutered. Like many longhaired cats, Himalayans need to be brushed daily. In addition, they may need their face wiped daily. Persians are sweet-tempered, intelligent, and generally very social and good companions. Because of their heritage from the Siamese cats they tend to be more active than Persians. Here’s Hattiesburg! 127
Siamese The colors of the Siamese range from white to pale fawn. Various cat associations accept seal, blue, chocolate, and lilac points as authentic to the Siamese breed. Siamese with red, crossbreeding creates cream, tortoise, and tabby points and some groups classify these crossbreeds as Colorpoint cats. Siamese cats enjoy a good brushing, but maintain themselves well. They love contact with people. The Siamese are very intelligent, social, and want to be part of daily activities. They can be very vocal. They are usually pretty busy but enjoy cuddling. They get along well with adults, kids, and dogs.
Abyssinian Although developed in Abyssinia (Ethiopia), the Abyssinian is one of the oldest breeds of cats but didn’t arrive in the US until the early 1900’s. It is a very popular breed right now. These cats are athletic, very active, and graceful. The Abyssinian is a shorthaired cat with a coat that has a warm color produced by the Agouti ticking. This means that each shaft of hair has bands of alternating color. The coat comes in cinnamon, blue, ruddy, chocolate, lilac, and fawn colors. The ticked pattern is a dominant tabby gene and the first color recognized in the breed was a brown tabby. A typical male Abyssinian weighs 8-10 pounds with the female weighing 6-7 pounds.
Ragdolls Ragdolls are American-made. Ann Baker, a breeder from California took Josephine, a domestic longhaired white female that she found and bred her with cats from the area. Selecting only individuals with the look, temperament, and criteria she wanted for breeding, she created Ragdolls. Ragdolls are laid-back, large, semi-longhair cats with dazzling blue eyes. The Ragdoll are pointed cats (the body is lighter in color than the points). There are mitted, bi-color, and colorpoint pointed Ragdolls. Males are between 15-20 pounds; females weigh 10-15 pounds. Ragdolls reach full coat color at two years, and full size and weight at four years. Ragdoll cats love humans and are curious about your every move. They may follow you room to room, greet you at the door, or sleep with you. Some Ragdolls will even come when called; some fetch. The Ragdoll’s semi-long coat is plush and silky, and requires minimal grooming to keep it looking its best. Like all cats, they will shed seasonally. Ragdolls are well behaved, easy to care for, and fit well into a person’s busy schedule. 128 Here’s Hattiesburg!
American Shorthair The American Shorthairs are quiet and easy to get along with. They like to purr and want to be loved. Their body should be slightly longer than they are tall; they have a very symmetrical appearance. American Shorthairs come in 80+ colors and combinations. They’re low maintenance but most experts suggest brushing three times a week. Never bathe a shorthair more than once every six weeks. They need scratching outlets such as scratching posts or scratching boxes. They have a tendency to overeat so watch their food intake. Birman Birmans are a relative latecomer to the U.S. -- they showed up in the late 1950’s. Most Birmans can be traced to England, Australia, Germany, or France. Birmans are affectionate, dignified, patient, adventurous cats that have a flair for the dramatic. They are also ingenious and inscrutable. You have a whole melting pot of traits in this one breed. Birman kittens are born all white and develop their color as they mature. They come in a rainbow of colors, including seal, blue, lilac, chocolate, red, cream, and tortoise. A special and unique feature of the Birman is their beautiful white paws. The Birman is a medium-sized, strongly built cat with striking eyes, round face, and a Roman-shaped nose, which create a pleasing expression. Their coats don’t mat and they require a minimum amount of grooming. The Birman is a hearty cat that does not reach full maturity until approximately three years of age. Because of its exceptionally sweet nature, the Birman is easy to handle and makes an ideal pet.
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Sphynx The Sphynx was born as a hairless mutation to a domestic cat in Toronto in 1966. Cat breeders in North America and Europe have selectively bred the Sphynx to create a genetically sound cat with a large gene pool. When properly bred, the Sphynx is a very robust breed with few serious health or genetic problems. Sphynx often have different degrees of “hairlessness.” Sometimes there will be a fine down on the cat, which makes the Sphynx feel rather like a warm peach. Some short hair is usually present on the nose, ears and sometimes on toes and tail. Seasonal and hormonal changes in the cat may also effect hair development. The texture of Sphynx skin has been compared to a By Daly69 (Own work) warm chamois. Loose skin creates the wrinkled appearance of the Sphynx. [CC BY-SA 3.0 (http://creativecommons.org/ Sphynx have a sturdy bone structure and good muscle development. They licenses/by-sa/3.0)], via Wikimedia Commons look intelligent but sometimes the extra wrinkling on their head can make them look a bit worried. Sphynx like to clown and be the center of attention; they are The Oriental extremely affectionate. They are energetic and like to be in the company of their The Oriental cat love “their” humans but also like dogs and other cats. people, They want to share their lives Sphynx need periodic bathing as well as ear and nail cleaning. Some people in every aspect with your own. For example, in the rushed moments before who are allergic to cats can live with the Sphynx cats. Regular bathing keeps the work or school, the Oriental will probdander down to a minimum. ably try to elbow its way into the last minute paperwork you’re trying to finish or maybe they “help” you eat and so on. During more relaxed times, they’ll share the warmth of your lap, provide a comforting purr, or just nuzzle you. They eagerly greet you at the door and tell you all about their day. The Orientals are by nature curious and intelligent so they have a way of finding things and getting into areas you may not want them in, such as a purse or a drawer. If you give them attention, the Oriental will do almost anything to please. They are moody if you ignore them. The Oriental is a sleek stylish, and graceful cat, but they are still sturdy. They have nearly 600 color, patterns, and hair length combinations, not to mention the different point combinations. Keep this kitty indoors! Neuter or spay you cat and provide scratching Bob, an American surfaces and you will have a wonderful Bobtail cat, photo by relationship with this special breed of Madison Simmons cat. 130 Here’s Hattiesburg!
Fun Facts The oldest cat ever is Creme Puff who was born on 3 August 1967 and lived until 6 August 2005 - an amazing 38 years and 3 days! Creme Puff lived with her owner, Jake Perry, in Austin, TX. (guinnessworldrecords.com) The largest living cat is Hercules, an adult male liger (lion x tigress hybrid) currently housed at Myrtle Beach (SC) Safari, a wildlife reserve. In total length, he measures 131 in, stands 49 in at the shoulder, and weighs 922 lb. (guinnessworldrecords.com) The longest jump by a cat is 182.88 cm (6 ft) and was achieved by Alley, owned by Samantha Martin (USA), in Austin, Texas, USA, on 27 October 2013. (guinnessworldrecords.com) The oldest cat living is Tiffany Two (b. 13 March 1988), aged 26 years 204 days as of 3 October 2014. Tiffany Two lives with her owner, Sharron Voorhees in San Diego. (guinnessworldrecords.com) The record for the longest whisker on a cat measured 7.5 in and belongs to Missi, a Maine Coon who lives with her owner, Kaija Kyllönen. The whiskers were measured in Iisvesi, Finland on December 22, 2005. Missi’s full name is” Fullmoon’s Miss American Pie”. She was born on the 30th of December in 2001. (guinnessworldrecords.com)
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RECREATION T
he climate in South Mississippi is conducive to many year-round recreational activities. Golfing, fishing, hunting, walking, running, canoeing, boating, tennis are just a few recreational activities that can be enjoyed on a year-round basis. There are very active tennis leagues available, softball leagues, baseball leagues, football leagues and basketball leagues. An example of a great sports league is the Dixie Youth Baseball. Dixie Youth Baseball built a complex of brand new ball fields at Tatum Park in 2008 and began their league play in 2009. The Hattiesburg Youth Soccer Association (HYSA) continues to be one of the largest organizations of its kind in the state of Mississippi. HYSA has 18 full-size soccer fields at Tatum Park and has kids starting at age 4 and up. The Hattiesburg area has walking trails galore and a world-class bike trail called the Longleaf Trace that was created as part of the Rails to Trails program. Currently, the Longleaf Trace is over 43 miles long and the construction to extend the Trace beyond the USM depot into Downtown Hattiesburg. 132 Here’s Hattiesburg!
For those that like water sports, there are a good number of lakes and streams. You’ll be able to water ski or canoe or just go boating. In our area, canoeing on the Leaf River, Black Creek, Bouie River, and the Okatoma River has always been popular. Hunters and people who like to fish have always had a love affair with this area because there are plentiful opportunities to bag or catch your limit almost anywhere in the Pine Belt. The Pine Belt’s semi-tropical climate gives active people plenty of sunshine to go out and play. You can play golf or tennis, football or softball, soccer or baseball, walk or bike any time of the year. You’ll never be faced with frostbite in this part of the country. If you’re looking for great recreational parks, you’ll find some great facilities very close to Hattiesburg. The Paul B. Johnson State Park, is named for Mississippi Governor Paul B. Johnson, Sr from Hattisburg. Paul B. Johnson State Park is located just south of Hattiesburg off Hwy. 49 South. The Paul B. Johnson has Geiger Lake for fishing, ski boats, and swimming. For more information, check out the web site www. mdwfp.com. Camping accommodations can also be made online.
Primitive and developed camping is a big focus of Paul B. Johnson; cabins are also available. Paul B. Johnson State Park has a wonderful hiking trail that will allow to really experience the beauty of this wonderful state park. If you’re into Disc Golf, come to the Desert Fox Disc Golf Course also located at the Paul B. Johnson State Park. The course has played host to the Mississippi State Championships and the world’s largest attendance Ice Bowl tournament. The National Geographic Adventure magazine, which named Hattiesburg as a Top Adventure Town recently wrote, “Hit a high note on De Soto National Forest's 41-mile (66-kilometer) Black Creek Trail, which winds along its namesake tannin-rich creek.” The De Soto National Forest is 378,538 acres of pine forests, gently rolling terrain, and the tannin rich, tea-colored streams. Hiking, camping, canoeing, bicycling, ATV riding, horse riding, hunting, and fishing are available at the De Soto National Forest. The Black Creek Trail is only one of the trails in the De Soto. Between the Black Creek Trail and the Tuxachanie Trail, these two National Recreation Trails, offer over Continued Next Page
60 miles for hikers to explore the piney woods. Other trails on the De Soto include Bethel and Rattlesnake Bay ATV trails, Big Foot horse trail, Leaf hiking trail, and Bethel bicycle trail. Ashe Lake, located in De Soto National Forest is also the location of one of the first handicap-accessible disc golf courses in the whole country. Check out their web site www.fs.fed.us/r8/mississippi/desoto/, call 601.582.6160, or just drive south on Hwy. 49 and you’ll run right into it just a few miles south of Hattiesburg. Also, if you’re interested in giving something back, a fun time is the annual clean up at the Park. Usually held in April, volunteers clean up the park and the river. Call (601) 528-6160. If recreation is a big part of your life, the Pine Belt area is a great place to live!
CANOEING BLACK CREEK (A National Scenic River)
Black Creek is the only National Scenic River in Mississippi. Black Creek runs through the DeSoto National Forest and is filled with picnic spots, wildlife, sandbars, and fishing holes.
BOUIE RIVER & LEAF RIVER Both rivers are part of the Pascagoula River system, the Leaf River is nearly 180 miles long and the Bouie River is 60 miles long.
OKATOMA RIVER
Okatoma River has waterfalls, sandbars, natural scenery and wildlife; the Okatoma River is the only class 1 (Beginner) whitewater river in Mississippi.
Canoeing Outfitters OKATOMA OUTDOOR POST 601.722.4297, www.okatoma.com 12 miles N. of Hattiesburg off Hwy. 49 The Okatoma Outdoor Post is a full-service canoeing outfitter. Day and overnight canoeing trips are available. SEMINARY CANOE RENTAL 601.722.4301, www.seminarycanoerental.com 15 miles north of Hattiesburg on Hwy. 49, located on the Okatoma River Seminary Canoe is a full-service canoeing outfitter. Day and overnight canoeing trips are available. Cabins, RV hookups, primitive camping.
RED WOLF ADVENTURES on Black Creek 601.598.2745, www.soggybottomcanoe.com 1651 Highway 29 Brooklyn MS Located in the Black Creek Wilderness Area of the Desoto National Forest, Soggy Bottom offers canoe and kayak rentals and shuttle services to one of the nation’s finest leisure float trips. SOUTH MISSISSIPPI CANOE RENTAL 601.544.4207, www.southmscanoe.com 23 Old Hwy 49 West Brooklyn 39425 The Floating Canoe Rental offers a variety of trips on the Leaf River, Bouie River and Red Creek. There is something to suit the experienced, as well as novice paddlers. Day trips or overnight trips are available and all are within 50 miles of Hattiesburg. THE FLOATING CANOE RENTAL 23 Old Hwy 49, Brooklyn Phone: 601.544.4207 The Floating Canoe Rental offers a variety of trips on the Leaf River, Bowie River and Red Creek. There is something to suit the experienced, as well as novice paddlers. Day trips or overnight trips are available and all are within 50 miles of Hattiesburg. Three canoe minimum. Continued Next Page
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GOLF COURSES Recreation (SEE GOLF SECTION PAGES 138-142) Departments TENNIS Tennis Courts Hattiesburg
City of Hattiesburg Parks & Recreation Department
The Athletic Division is responsible for the planning, coordinating and administration of all city sponsored athletic events conducted at city Lumberton facilities. A year round athletic proHwy 13, (Across from Dirt Cheap) gram is offered through the City Petal Parks and Recreation Department. 516 Lynn Ray Rd., Leeville Community There are T-ball, Flag Football, SocCenter. City Park (located across from cer (HYSA), Slow Pitch Softball, Fast the Petal YMCA) Pitch Softball, Basketball, Swimming, Junior Golf, Summer Arts, TenPurvis College St., Close to the Lamar Co. nis (NJTL), Zooper Day Camp (Zoo), Roundball Express and Tackle FootVoc. Tech Center ball programs that are available Sumrall Rocky Branch Park, Rocky Branch Road for young people. More information on these leagues is available Pine Belt Tennis at 601.545.4575. Pine Belt Tennis, to promote and de Adults also have leagues availvelop the growth of tennis in the Pine able through the City of HatBelt, for more information, contact tiesburg Parks & Recreation Dewww.pinebelttennis.com partment. Basketball, Slow Break Private Clubs Softball, Tennis, Swimming and Golf Canebrake Country Club, programs are available for the ath601.271.2010 letically minded adult. More information can be found by calling Hattiesburg Country Club, 601.264.5076 601.545.6682. The City of Hattiesburg Parks & Racquet Club of Hattiesburg, Recreation Department is located 601.268.2098 (Not listed here are the many residential in the Sigler Center at 315 Conti St., community tennis facilities.) 601.545.4623. Dahmer Park, 1000 Country Club Rd Kamper Park, 107 S. 17th Ave Tatum Park, 101 Parkway Blvd
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City Of Petal Recreation Department And Petal Youth Sports Association
Petal boasts an amazing collection of parks and sports programs for a city of its size. Robert E Russell Sports Complex (City Park) located on Hillcrest Loop has finally finished major improvements. This complex currently offers seven ball fields with concession stands, restroom facilities, a walking track, two tennis courts, a playground and a skate park. Relay Park located behind the Civic Center on S.Main St offers a playground, walking track,4 covered picnic tables,a pavilion and restroom facilities. The picnic areas are available on a first come first serve basis. The pavilion is available first come first serve unless previously reserved. To reserve the pavilion, please call City Hall at 601.545.1776. The City of Petal Recreation Department also hosts many sporting activities. The Dixie Youth Baseball, which is sponsored by the Optimist Club plays at the Optimist Park. Girls’ Slowpitch Softball, sponsored by the Petal Girls Softball Association, is played at the Sunrise Community Center Fields. Youth 8 and under Soccer is sponsored by the Petal Family YMCA and played at Relay Park. Petal Youth Sports Association (PYSA) has a wide slate of sports that they sponsor including football, cheerleading, baseball, soccer and basketball. PeeWee Football and Cheerleading is held at the Barrontown ComContinued Next Page
munity Center Field. Petal Select Baseball is held at the Robert E Russell Sports Complex and Youth Basketball is played at the Middle School Gym. Go to PYSA’s web site for more information. www.leaguelineup.com/welcome.asp?cmenuid=1&url=petaly outhsports&sid=774018233. Address & Phone: 605 Hillcrest Loop, Petal MS 601.554.5440
Forrest County Recreational Facilities Barrontown/Macedonia Community Center 610 Herrington Road 601.545.1044
Dixie Community Center Elks Lake Rd. 601.545.3434
Leeville Community Center
516 Lynn Ray Road 601.583.6626
McLaurin Community Center 15 McLaurin Road 601.582.3272
North Forrest Community Center 673 Eatonville Road 601.583.0115
Palmers Crossing Community Center 225 Tatum Road 601.584.0989
Rawls Springs Community Center 113 Rawls Springs St. 601.268.5530
South Forrest Community Center 2169 Carnes Road 601.582.0322
Sunrise Community Center
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Fishing Resident Licenses Sportsman’s License (does not include saltwater fishing)
Price
Agent Fee Process Fee
$32.00 $1.00
$1.29
All Game Hunting/Freshwater Fishing (does not include Archery/Primitive Weapon/ Crossbow) $17.00 $1.00
$1.29
Small Game Hunting/Freshwater Fishing $8.00 $1.00
$1.29
3-Day Freshwater Fishing
$3.00 $1.00
$1.29
$10.00 $1.00
$1.29
Saltwater Fishing
Senior Saltwater Fishing (Age 65 and Over) $5.00
Non-Resident Licenses
Price
$1.00
$1.29
Agent Fee Process Fee
Armed Forces 14-Day Hunting/Fishing Must apply through MDWFP. (Includes Fall Turkey and Archery Primitive Weapon/ Crossbow. Does not include Saltwater Fishing) $33.00 0 $1.29 Freshwater Fishing
$50.00 $3.00
3-Day Freshwater Fishing
$15.00 $2.00
$1.29
1-Day Freshwater Fishing
$8.00 $1.00
$1.29
$1.29
Saltwater Fishing
$30.00
$3.00
$1.29
3-Day Saltwater Fishing
$15.00
$2.00
$1.29
NOTE: Louisiana residents must purchase both the Freshwater and Saltwater license to fish in the marine waters of Mississippi.
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Hunting Resident Licenses
Price
Agent Fee Process Fee
Sportsman’s License
(Includes Fall Turkey Permit, Archery/Primitive Weapon - does not include General Crossbow, WMA User Permit or Saltwater Fishing)
$32.00 $1.00
$1.29
$17.00 $1.00
$1.29
$14.00 $1.00
$1.29
$5.00 $1.00
$1.29
Small Game Hunting/Freshwater Fishing $8.00 $1.00
$1.29
All Game Hunting/Freshwater Fishing
(Does not include Archery/Primitive Weapon, General Crossbow, Fall Turkey Permit or WMA User Permit)
Archery/Primitive Weapon/Crossbow
Must be bought in addition to All Game Hunting/ Freshwater Fishing or General Crossbow when hunting during special seasons. As of July 1st. 2013, this privilege will include the use of Crossbow
Fall Turkey Permit
(Not required with purchase of resident Sportsman License or resident Lifetime Sportsman License. Must be purchased in addition to All Game Hunting/ Freshwater Fishing license to fall turkey hunt)
Wildlife Management Area User Permit
(Must be purchased prior to ANY use of a wildlife management area and in addition to any other required hunting/fishing license)
$15.00 $1.00
$1.29
$10.00
$1.29
Electronic State Waterfowl Stamp
(required with all licenses above for persons 16 years of age and older when hunting waterfowl)
$1.00
Apprentice Sportsman License
This License may be issued only one time to a resident and the
apprentice hunting licensee must be accompanied by a licensed or exempt resident hunter at least twenty-one years of age when hunting. This license includes Fall and Spring Turkey Hunting, Archery/Primitive Weapon/Crossbow, and Freshwater Fishing. Does not include, Saltwater Fishing, State and Federal Waterfowl Stamps, or WMA User Permit.
$32.00 $1.00
$1.29
$17.00 $1.00
$1.29
$13.00 $1.00
$1.29
$7.00 $1.00
$1.29
Apprentice All Game Hunt and Fish
This license may be issued only one time to a resident and the app
rentice hunting licensee must be accompanied be a licensed or exempt resident hunter at least twenty-one years of age when hunting.This license does not include Archery/ Primitive Weapon/ Crossbow, Fall Turkey Permit, WMA User Permit, or State and Federal Waterfowl Stamps.
Apprentice Small Game Hunt and Fish
This license may be issued only once to a resident and the apprentice
hunting licensee must be accompanied by a licensed or exempt resident hunter at least twenty-one years of age when hunting. This license includes small game hunting, and freshwater fishing. The State and Federal Waterfowl Stamps, Archery/Primitive Weapon/ Crossbow, WMA User Permit, and Saltwater Fishing must be purchased in addition to this license.
3-Day Sportsman Apprentice License
Valid for 3 consecutive days. This license may be issued only once to a resident and the apprentice hunting licensee must be accompanied be a licensed or exempt resident hunter at least twenty-one years of age when hunting. This license includes Fall and Spring Turkey Permit, Archery/Primitive Weapon/Crossbow Permit, and Freshwater Fishing. Does not include WMA User Permit, Saltwater Fishing, or State and Federal Waterfowl Stamps.
Senior Exempt Lifetime License
Voluntary - age 65 and over, includes All Game Hunting, Freshwater Fishing license, Archery/ Primitive Weapon/ Crossbow, and WMA. Does not include saltwater fishing and waterfowl stamp.
$2.30 $1.00
$1.70
Exempt Under 15 - Voluntary
$2.30 $1.00
$1.70
Exempt Age 15 - Voluntary
$2.30 $1.00
$1.70
Annual Resident Range Permit
$40.00 $1.00
$1.29
Senior Annual Resident Range Permit
$20.00 $1.00
$1.29
North MS NWR Permit
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$15.00 $1.00 $1.29
Hunting-Cont'd Non-Resident Licenses
Price Agent Fee Process Fee
Trapping License
A trapping license is required of any person sixteen years of age or older, who traps or assists with trapping of furbearers. A trapping license is not required for a person to trap on their own land. A trapping license is required to sell the skins, carcasses, and/or meat of any furbearing animal.
$25.00 $1.00
$1.29
$50.00 $1.00
$1.29
Fur Dealer License
A fur dealer license is required of any person regardless of age, who buys furbearing animals from trappers or hunters.
NOTE: All deer and turkey hunters must buy either an All Game Hunting/Fishing or the Sportsman’s License.
Non-Resident Licenses
Price
Agent Fee Process Fee
Armed Forces 14-Day Hunting/Fishing -
Must make application through MDWFP. (Includes Fall Turkey and Archery/Primitive Weapon/Crossbow. Does not include Saltwater Fishing)
$33.00 0 $1.29
All Game Hunting
(Ages 19 and over - does not include Archery/ Primitive Weapon/ Crossbow, Spring or Fall Turkey permits, or WMA User Permit)
$300.00
$3.00
$1.29
$110.00
$3.00
$1.29
$125.00
$3.00
$1.29
Youth All Game Hunting
(Ages 16, 17 and 18 - does not include Archery/ Primitive Weapon/ Crossbow, Spring or Fall Turkey permits, or WMA User Permit)
7-Day All Game Hunting
(Ages 19 and over - does not include Archery/ Primitive Weapon/ Crossbow, Spring or Fall Turkey permits, or WMA User Permit)
Youth 7-Day All Game Hunting
(Ages 16, 17 and 18 - does not include Archery/Primitive Weapon/ Crossbow, Spring or Fall Turkey permits, or WMA User Permit) $60.00 $3.00
$1.29
3-Day All Game-Archery/Primitive Weapon
(includes Archery/Primitive Weapon/Crossbow does not include Spring or Fall Turkey or WMA User Permit)
$125.00
$3.00
$1.29
Archery/Primitive Weapon/Crossbow Permit
(must be bought in addition to All Game Hunting or 7-Day All Game Hunting when hunting during special seasons)
$75.00 $3.00
$1.29
$30.00 $1.00
$1.29
$5.00 $1.00
$1.29
$20.00 $1.00
$1.29
$20.00 $1.00
$1.29
Small Game Hunting (covers waterfowl)
$75.00 $3.00
$1.29
7-Day Small Game Hunting (covers waterfowl)
$30.00 $3.00
$1.29
Shooting Preserve
$13.00 $0.00
$1.29
$15.00 $1.00
$1.29
$205.00 $3.00
$1.29
$205.00 $3.00
$1.29
Wildlife Management Area User Permit
(Must be purchased prior to ANY use of a wildlife management area and in addition to any other required hunting/fishing license)
Deer Permit
(Required for hunting deer during all deer seasons. This license must be purchased in addition to All Game, 7-Day All Game, or 3-Day All Game Hunting License.)
Spring Turkey Permit
(Required for hunting turkey during spring turkey season. This license must be purchased in addition to All Game, 7-Day All Game, or 3-Day All Game Hunting License)
Fall Turkey Permit
(Required for hunting turkey during fall either-sex seasons. This license must be purchased in addition to All Game, 7-Day All-Game, or 3-Day All Game Hunting License. Fall turkey hunting limited to certain areas)
Electronic State Waterfowl Stamp
(required with all licenses above when hunting waterfowl)
Trapping License
A trapping license is required of any person sixteen years of age or older who traps or assists with trapping of furbearers. A trapper license is required to sell the skins, carcasses, and/or meat of any furbearer animal.
Fur Dealer License
A fur dealer license is required of any person regardless of age, who buys furbearing animals from trappers and hunters.
NOTE: Louisiana residents must purchase both the Freshwater and Saltwater license to fish in the marine waters of Mississippi
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Recreational Leagues & Facilities BASEBALL Dixie Youth Baseball
The new Larry Doleac Youth Baseball Complex is a tremendous facility and Dixie baseball teams have been enjoying the relativel): As evidence of the success of the new digs, a Hattiesburg team won the 8-year old Mississippi State Championship in 2012. The Complex boasts five fields and a main building for meetings and storage, a fence to surround the complex to keep the kids in and undesirables out. It offers state of the art facilities with a 5 field complex with in ground dugouts, warning tracks, and clubhouse. A walk of bricks, with names of contributors engraved on each brick, will be at the park, along with statues of kids playing baseball. The new facility could handle up to 800 players. The Exchange Club of Hattiesburg sponsors Dixie Youth Baseball League. Online registration starts January 1 and lasts through January. Register online at www.hdyb.net/; watch local newspapers for registration dates at the Larry Doleac Youth Baseball Complex. There’s also a Registration Day held at the park for those not registering online. Registration fees vary. Registration covers the cost of the workers, umpires, referees, batting equipment and baseball fields. Uniforms are the responsibility of the parent/guardian and can be purchased through the individual teams. Dixie Youth Baseball provides an organized baseball experience for children from the ages of 4-12. Age is determined by the age the child will be as of July 31. With 54 teams registered, ranging in age from 4 year old T-Ball, 5/6 coach pitch, 7/8 coach pitch, 9/10 kid pitch and 11/12 kid pitch. They play at the Larry Doleac Youth Baseball Complex at Tatum Park. The teams play a continuous batting order and each player must play at least three outs. All-Star play starts in July and, depending on how far the team goes, can go into August. The Hattiesburg Dixie Baseball Leagues have had a great deal of success too. In recent years their 9-12 World Series 2000 winners the 11-12 World Series 2002 runner-ups, World Series runner-ups 9/10 in the 2009 Dixie Youth World Series. Contact Info: Phone: 601.545.4459 www.leaguelineup. com/directors.asp?cmenuid=9&url=hdyb&sid=432206175
Oak Grove Optimist Baseball
Oak Grove Optimist Park Baseball started league play in 1996 and is sponsored and managed by the Oak Grove Optimist Club. Over 1100 boys and girls from ages 4-18 play in nearly 100 teams. Age categories are: 4-year old T-Ball (Boys & Girls), 5-8 Buddy Ball (Coach Pitch) Cal Ripken, 9-12 Cal Ripken, 13-14 Dixie Boys, and 15-18 American Legion. ASA softball is available for ages 5-8 (Coach Pitch) and ages 9-14. Any child from the surrounding areas can play in the Oak Grove Optimist Park league. Registration is usually held in January or February. Play commences on the closest Saturday to April 1 with opening ceremonies the day before. Games are played at the Optimist Park in Oak Grove close to the corner of Highway 98 and Sandy Run Road (look for the water tower). For more information check the www. oakgroveoptimistclub.com.
Dahmer Park 1000 Country Club
Jack Cameron Field/ Kamper Park 107 S. 17th St., 601.545.4578
Jaycee Baseball Complex 301 Lurty, 601.545.4679
Larry Doleac Youth Baseball Complex at Tatum Park 101 Parkway Blvd., Web site: http://www.leaguelineup. com/welcome.asp?url=hdyb for more information.
PETAL Petal Youth Sports Association (PYSA) 601.554.5440
Petal Optimist Park Radke Dr, Petal
BASKETBALL
CE Roy Community Center (outdoor) 300 E. 5th St.
Dahmer Park (outdoor) 1000 Country Club
Eastside Park (outdoor) McNair Recreation Center (indoor) Leauge Play Only
300 N. 12th St., 601.545.4575
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BASKETBALL(CONT'D) Ninth Street Park (outdoor) 300 9th St.
Pineview Park (outdoor) Off of Country Club Rd, close to Hwy 49 S.
Ruth Brown Park (outdoor)
Sumrall: Phone: 601.758.0866 or 601.543.5279 Web site: www.leaguelineup.com/welcome.asp?url=myf Oak Grove: Mississippi Youth Football Conference www.leaguelineup. com/welcom.asp?url=myf
City of Hattiesburg Parks & Recreation Football Program
Hub Lanes
The football program sponsored by the Department of Parks & Recreation is for Hattiesburg kids from the ages of 6-12. There is flag football for kids 6-9 and there is tackle football for kids 10-12. There are both boys and girls in this program. Registration is normally in August and you can call your school office for more information.
Southern Bowling Lanes
LASER TAG
Columbia Ave.
BOWLING 7022 Hwy 49 N., Hattiesburg • 601.268.2101 908 S. Main St., Petal • 601.582.2703
FOOTBALL Mississippi Youth Football Conference
The South Mississippi Youth Football Conference has 2500 to 3000 football players and almost 2000 cheerleaders involved in its flag football and tackle football programs. Tackle football is for children ages 8-12 and teams are made up on the basis of age and weight. There are 90 teams in some 28 different communities such as Dixie, Oak Grove, Petal, Purvis, and Sumrall. The league includes mostly South Mississippi communities but also includes teams from Alabama and Louisiana as well. Games are played just like High School games. There are away and home games. Each team has their own cheerleaders as well as strong parental support. Children have to be 12 years old or younger before September 1. Schools hand out information at the elementary, middle or junior high schools when school begins in the fall. Ages 4-12 Over 300 Teams across the State
Laser Mania
905 Hardy Street, Hattiesburg, MS 39401 601.543.0072
ROLLER SKATING Extreme Skate Zone
5272 Old Hwy 11, Hattiesburg, 601.261.5330
SOCCER
Hattiesburg Youth Soccer Association
The Hattiesburg Youth Soccer Association (HYSA) has truly been a local success story. After starting in 1980 with less than 100 kids, HYSA has grown to over 1200 children participating presently. President of the HYSA organization Mark Wilson says HYSA owes its success to the dedication of its volunteers and the eager enthusiasm of its players and their families. HYSA is a non-profit organization that works to Continued Page 141
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HATTIESBURG
s r e t n e C s s e n t i F & Gyms
Anatomies, 120 98 Place Blvd............................................................................ 601.579.9555
Fourth St. Crossfit 3805 W 4th St....................................................................601-310-8821 Healthy Living Fitness Studio, 5232 Hwy 42 Bypass.................................... 601.255.5805 Institute for Wellness & Sports Medicine
(Wesley Med. Ctr. Campus) 210 Hospital Dr. W........................................ 601.268.5010 One 80 Fitness, 501 Hardy St........................................................................... 601.336.5322 Payne Center, (USM campus-for Southern Miss students & staff), 118 College Dr....601.266.5405 Pure Performance, 6565 US Hwy 98................................................................. 601.450.4913 Snap Fitness, 3906 Hardy St # 10...................................................................601.268.3958 Versus Strength & Conditioning 50 Office Park Dr.......................................601.554.6254 YMCA, 3719 Veterans Memorial Dr................................................................ 601.583.4000
PETAL Snap Fitness, 1229 Hwy 42 # 190, Petal......................................................... 601.582.7708 YMCA, 547 Hillcrest Loop Petal.........................................................................601.583.9399
SUMRALL Curves Fitness for Women, 4877 Hwy 589, Sumrall, MS............................ 601.477.5292
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keep costs low through a combination of expense control, leveraging of resources among teams, and fund raising. The HYSA program supports educating players, parents and coaches while developing life long friendships. Currently HYSA is one of the largest youth soccer organizations in Mississippi and the number of boys and girls playing soccer is growing. Our Recreational Soccer Program forms the foundation of soccer development and currently consists of more than 100 teams. As young players grow older (9-10 years old) many of the talented players seek a more competitive environment, which is found in our Select Soccer Program. Players seek to play for HYSA because we provide a place for them to optimize their abilities and skills, achieve great success on the field and have fun in the process. HYSA teams have a tremendous history of success within the Mississippi Youth Soccer Association, including many State Cup championships, State Cup finalists, and division champions. HYSA teams have competed in and won many tournaments throughout Region III. Players from HYSA have been selected for Olympic Development Program (ODP) teams, are regularly standout performers on their high school teams, with many earning college soccer scholarships. HYSA is a non-profit organization that works to keep costs low through a combination of expense control, leveraging of resources among teams, and fund raising. The HYSA program supports educating players, parents and coaches while developing life long friendships. For more information: www.hysams.org.
Tatum Recreation Park
101 Parkway Blvd., 601.545.4667
SOFTBALL John Bishop Buckley Softball/ Tatum Park 101 Parkway Blvd., 601.545.4667
Ninth Street Ballpark
300 9th St., 601.545.4569
Petal Girls Softball Association
www.facebook.com/pages/Petal-Girls-Softball-Association
SWIMMING POOLS Dahmer Park Pool
1000 Country Club, 601.545.4619
McNair Recreation Center 300 N. 12th St., 601.545.4674
Scott Jones Pool/ CE Roy Community Center 300 E. 5th St., 601.545.4583
TENNIS
Tennis courts are numerous throughout the area.
WATER PARKS Grand Paradise Water Park 50 Grandview Dr, Collins, MS Phone: 601.765.8118
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Biking & Walking
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Barrontown/Macedonia Community Center 610 Herrington Rd.
Beverly Hills Walking Trail Beverly Hills Rd.
C.E. Roy Community Center 300 E. 5th St.
Dahmer Park
1000 Country Club Rd.
Dixie Community Center Elks Lake Rd.
Helen Barnes Walking Trail
Just off the Forrest Co. Ag. H.S. campus by their softball field
Kamper Park 107 S. 17th St.
Lake Terrace Convention Center Hwy. 49 & I-59
Walking Trails These walking trails are by no means the only walking trails available in Forrest & Lamar Counties. Many real estate developments also have their own walking trails. One of the longest walking trails in the whole state is Long Leaf Trace which is covered in detail in this Recreation section.
Leeville Community Center 516 Lynn Ray Rd.
McLaurin Community Center 15 McLaurin Rd.
North Forrest Community Center 673 Eatonville Rd.
Palmers Crossing Community Center 225 Tatum Rd.
People’s Park Travillon Rd.
Rawls Springs Community Center 113 Rawls Springs St.
Relay Park
214 S. Main St.
San Antonio Field San Antonio St.
South Forrest Community Center 2169 Carnes Rd.
Sunrise Community Center 388 Sunrise Rd.
Tatum Park
101 Parkway Blvd.
Timberton Complex 601 Helveston
Town Park 100 Main St.
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Canebrake Golf Club Canebrake is a challenging, spectacular and memorable par 71 designed by the legendary Jerry Pate. The private club attracts members throughout the region as well as golfers from all over the nation. The courses unique design, undulating fairways and changes in elevation make it a popular destination for golfers looking for a challenge. The greens are quick, and the greens are true. So bring your short game and you'll quickly understand why Canebrake is the #3 ranked golf course in Mississippi. Playing the Course It's evident the moment you approach the first tee that this is a special place. The 451 par 4 is an undulating stretch of fairway with a formidable bunker to your right. Although Canebrake is aesthetically pleasing - it requires patience, well thought out shots and carefully planned execution. If you work up a sweat on the second hole have no fear, the walk between the 2nd green and the 3rd hole is surrounded by protected wetlands, which drops the temperature by 7 to 8 degrees. So cool off from that Mississippi heat before you hit that next tee shot! The longest par 4 at Canebrake has a huge green, but it's an extremely small consolation. You're hitting slightly uphill on the tee and then it's downhill from there - in more ways than Continued Next Page
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one. The green is big, sure, but tucked behind a dangerous pond. And why stop there? A bunker guards the front of the green on the left, so forget rolling a long second shot up to the pin. You've got to hit this green from the air. The good news, well, it's a big target, and you'll be hitting downhill to it. Plus, there's plenty of room on the backside, so you can feel comfortable using plenty of club on that second (or third) shot. The best way to attack this long hole is to do just that. Attack it. Hit the
ball really hard. Then hit it really hard again. A good drive may give you a shot at the green on that second shot. But if not, lay up and pop one close. If you're able to squeeze out par, congratulations. Take it and run. The 18th Hole May be Your Most Formidable Opponent. It's the longest par 4 on the course measuring 464 yards and has a knack of making or breaking your match. If you play this hole well then you deserve a trip to the much less formidable 19th! Here’s Hattiesburg! 145
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Pine National Golf Course
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Shadow Ridge Golf Course Semi-Private 18
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Disc Golf
By Mary Sergeant
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isc golf is making its way to becoming a staple sport in the Hattiesburg community. The city is home to several state-of-the-art disc golf courses as well as a few large organizations that meet a few times a week to play with one another. According to the Professional Disc Golfers Association, disc golf has the same rules and is played much like regular golf, except rather than using a club and ball players use a disc to reach their goal. Also, rather than aiming for a small hole in the ground, disc golfers seek for their disk to enter a medium-sized chain-length basket that is held off the ground. Much like regular golf, players try to complete each hole in the least amount of time as possible. Dan Koehler is the president of the Hattiesburg Disc Golf Association. Koehler began playing disc golf in 2010. Currently the association has roughly 100 members. Recently, the group increased its membership package to $20, which gets members a dri-fit HDGA t-shirt, a mini disc, a bag tag and a membership card. The group meets several times each week. These meet-ups are called “tosses”. According to Koehler, the opening of the Tatum Trails Disc Golf Course at Tatum Park in 2010 was when the sport began to bloom in the Hattiesburg community. “It is a beginner friendly course just minutes from anywhere in the Hattiesburg area,” he said. “It isn’t a long course so new players aren’t at a disadvantage. The course is all about accuracy and being able to hit the lines you are aiming for.” Dale McVeay is one of the founding fathers of Continued Next Page
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HDGA. What began as a small group in the early 1990s called the Hub City Disc Daddies has grown to become unique culture within the Hattiesburg community. In 1991, McVeay returned to Hattiesburg, after some time away. “I soon met Nat Duncan, who was about the only other player in town,” McVeay said. “Nat went on to help influence future players at Camp Bratton Green in Canton, MS, including Jamie Massengale who would later become a pro and promoter in Hattiesburg.” In 1993, the Hub City Disc Daddies officially came together. Two years later, McVeay hosted the World’s Biggest Disc Golf Tournament at USM’s objects course, a course he and his fraternity brothers had built a decade prior. Later during the year of 1995, Jim Orum of South Sky, came up from Mobile to design the Desert Fox Course at Paul B. Johnson State Park. Finally, Hattiesburg residents had an 18-hole course with baskets and pole holes available to them. Three years following, McVeay constructed a 9-hole course on Southern Miss’s campus at Lake Sehoy. The Hub City Sky Valet was formed shortly after; and the group began to build more courses and hold tournaments throughout the Hattiesburg area.
Then in 2006, from the Hub City Sky Valet, came the official Hattiesburg Disc Golf Association. Another well-known group of disc-golfers in the area is the Hattiesburg Disc Golf Players Club. The goal of this group is to make disc golf sport a mainstream sport, one that is as commonly played as football and basketball. “What we are doing to make that happen is to try Continued Next Page
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and build a course close to (within 1 mile) of all the high schools in the area so that not only can you play the sport in your own time but hopefully we can get some of the schools to start teams to compete against one another,” DeShane Burkhalter, president of the Players Club said. Burkhalter began playing disc golf while he was stationed for a military assignment in Fort Gordon, GA. Upon moving to Hattiesburg, he saw the sport was not as commonly played and decided he would get involved and try to make a difference. Burkhalter was once the president of the Hattiesburg Disc Golf Association, but “passed down his torch” to Koehler, the current president, to begin his own endeavor with the Players Club. “All is going great and we all work together,” he said. “A lot of my members are also members of the HDGA and Spin Crazy, the other club in Hattiesburg.” The Players Club prides itself in not being “into the politics.” Burkhalter says that the group leaders post when and where they will be playing or working on a project and open the invitation to whoever is willing to join them. Burkhalter’s favorite course to play on is Duncan Lake, when it’s not too hot of course. But, recently, he and the Players Club built a course in Richton, MS that he has come to love as well. Though disc golf has a long-standing history in the Hattiesburg community, it still continues to draw in younger audiences to join in the sport. Destin Guillot, a student at Southern Miss, has been playing disc golf since March 2011. Guillot currently holds the title of vice president of the Hattiesburg Disc Golf Association. On getting involved with HDGA, he said that veteran players noticed the younger people playing and encouraged them to join. Guillot believes disc golf is a sport with a lot of benefits. “There are a ton of benefits, starting with it being an awesome form of exercise,” he said. “Another is simply being able to enjoy playing outside and in nature, whether forested, along water or open fields. Meeting new people is always a plus as well. Anyone and everyone can play, regardless of age or any health issue.” Koehler agrees with Guillot in the fact that disc golf can be played anywhere and everywhere. “Disc golf is growing all over the world. It is the only sport that you can play on all 7 continents. There is actually a course in Antarctica,” he said. “Disc golf can be played by nearly anyone. At Ashe Lake, south of Hattiesburg, there is a course designed to be compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act.” For more information regarding the Hattiesburg Disc Golf Association, contact Dale McVeay at 601-447-4450 And for information regarding the Hattiesburg Disc Golf Players Club visit their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/groups/691351474297438/ 150 Here’s Hattiesburg!
Southern Miss Athletics NCAA DI
Michael Sterling
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outhern Miss competes in NCAA DI sports as part of the C-USA Conference. The Golden Eagles have seen significant improvement in football under Coach Todd Monken. Following a successful recruitment season, the prospects actually look better than they have at any time since the 2011 season when the Golden Eagles went 12-2 and capped it off with a Hawaii Bowl win against Nevada. Stronger recruiting will give the Golden Eagles the depth they’ve been lacking in recent seasons. Continued Next Page
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Alex Coyne, photo by Patrick Lowery
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Kalan Reed
Tamara Jones, photo by Patrick Lowery
A bright spot in Southern Miss Athletic pantheon has been the Women’s Basketball team. At the time of press, the Southern Miss Women’s Basketball team had advanced to the Quarterfinals of National Invitation Tournament (NIT) where they will face Michigan in Hattiesburg. The Southern Miss Baseball team fielded very capable teams in 2014 and 2015. Under the direction of Coach Scott Berry, the Baseball Southern Eagles have a winning tradition. They have been a regular resident on the Top Twenty College Baseball team rankings in the past and they will return. It was great to be able to blank the always strong SEC Mississippi State with a 3-0 win over the Bulldogs at Trustmark Park. Under Coach Doc Sadler, the Southern Miss Men’s Basketball team faced a challenging season in 2014 with a 9-20 record. Although starting out with a strong 6-3 record, the Basketball Golden Eagles Men ran into a buzz saw in the middle part of the season. 152 Here’s Hattiesburg!
The Southern Miss Men’s Tennis team has had a very successful 2015 season (14-5 at press time)! The Women’s Tennis team was a respectable 8-7 at press time. The Women’s Volleyball Southern Miss also had success the past season with a 20-14 record. The CrossCountry Golden Eagles won two competitions to begin the season and finished 17th in the NCAA South Region Championships. Golden Eagle Women’s Soccer team members Casey Adkins and Brittany Taylor were on the C-USA Academic First Team. Casey Adkins was also elected to the All Conference USA team. The Golden Eagle Women’s Soccer is looking forward to having transfer Rikke Randrup on their team next season. The great thing about being in a city with an NCAA D1 team is that you get to see great college athlet-
ic competition. Many of the Golden Eagle sports have a tradition of winning and it’s always exciting to see the home team do well! Get you tickets at southernmiss.com or call 1-800-844-TICK. Christian Talley
Austin Roussel
2015 Football Schedule Date
Opponent
Saturday Sept. 5
M.M. Roberts Stadium, Hattiesburg, MS
Mississippi State Bulldogs
Austin Peay Governors
Saturday Sept. 12
M.M. Roberts Stadium, Hattiesburg, MS
at Texas State Bobcats
Saturday Sept. 19
at Nebraska Cornhuskers
Saturday Sept. 26
2015 Baseball Schedule Date Apr. 17
Opponent Florida Atlantic
Location Pete Taylor Park
Time 6pm
Apr. 18
Florida Atlantic
Pete Taylor Park
2pm
Apr. 19
Florida Atlantic
Pete Taylor Park
11am
Apr. 21
U of Lou.-Monroe
Pete Taylor Park
6pm
Apr. 24
U of Texas-San Antonio
San Antonio, TX
6pm
Apr. 25
U of Texas-San Antonio
San Antonio, TX
2pm
Apr. 26
U of Texas-San Antonio
San Antonio, TX
Noon
Apr. 28
Alabama
Hoover, AL
6:30pm
Apr. 29
South Alabama
Pete Taylor Park
6pm
May 1
Marshall
Pete Taylor Park
6pm
May 2
Marshall
Pete Taylor Park
2pm
May 3
Marshall
Pete Taylor Park
11am
May 8
Charlotte
Pete Taylor Park
6pm
May 9
Charlotte
Pete Taylor Park
2pm
May 10
Charlotte
Pete Taylor Park
11am
May 14
Middle Tennessee
Mufreesboro, TN
6pm
May 15
Middle Tennessee
Mufreesboro, TN
6pm
May 16
Middle Tennessee
Mufreesboro, TN
1pm
Pete Taylor Park
TBA
May 20-24 C-USA Tourney
Bobcat Stadium, San Marcos, TX
Memorial Stadium, Lincoln, NE
North Texas Mean Green
Saturday Oct. 3
M.M. Roberts Stadium, Hattiesburg, MS
Saturday Oct. 10
at Marshall Thundering Herd
Saturday Oct. 17
UTSA Roadrunners
Saturday Oct. 24
at Charlotte 49ers
Saturday Oct. 31
UTEP Miners
Saturday Nov. 7
Joan C. Edwards Stadium, Huntington, WV
M.M. Roberts Stadium, Hattiesburg, MS
Jerry Richardson Stadium, Charlotte, NC
M.M. Roberts Stadium, Hattiesburg, MS
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Open Date
at Rice Owls
Saturday Nov. 14
Rice Stadium, Houston, TX
Saturday Nov. 21
M.M. Roberts Stadium, Hattiesburg, MS
Old Dominion Monarchs
Saturday Nov. 28
at Louisiana Tech Bulldogs
Saturday Dec. 5
C-USA Championship Game
Joe Aillet Stadium, Ruston, LA
Hosted by team with highest C-USA winning %
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Calendar of Events For more listings and events, check out www.hereshattiesburg.com
April
Live at Five at Town Square Park - Every Friday 5 pm to 9 pm in April (except for the first weekend in April because of Easter), the Thirsty Hippo hosts Live at Five at Town Square Park in downtown Hattiesburg. It’s a free outdoor music event with local food and craft vendors set up.
April 16-26 Spring Awakening presented by the Theatre Department at USM. The show will be held at Tatum Theater at 7:30 pm on April 16-25 and 2 pm on April 26. Tickets are $8-$14.
Every Thursday from April-October the Hattiesburg Farmers Market will take place from 3-6 pm at the corner of Main Street and Buschman Street, Town Square Park.
April 17 Purple Parrot Wine Festival. 6 pm-9 pm at Branch Cocktail Bar. Tickets are $75 and all proceeds will benefit Extra Table.
April 3-4 Easter Fun Run Barrel Race presented by Deep South Productions. The event will be held at James Lynn Cartlidge Forrest County Multipurpose Center. The exhibition begins at 8 am and the barrel races begin at noon everyday. An Easter Egg Hunt will be held Saturday at 10:30 am. Visitors will get to see some of the South’s top riders compete!
April 17 Team Whodi’s Comedy Crack-Up. 7 pm at the Hattiesburg Saenger Theatre. Tickets are $24 before the event, $34 at the door.
April 4 Easter Egg Extravaganza, 2159 LBC Road, Purvis, MS. 20,000 eggs to hunt! Door prizes, kids games, bounce houses, slides, face-painting and a petting zoo. April 4 10 am, Petal Easter Egg Hunt—hunt for eggs and see the Easter Bunny. Hinton Park, Petal. April 5 EASTER April 10 Light the Track. 5 pm at Wesley Medical Center. All proceeds will benefit the American Cancer Society. April 11 ArtWalk in Historic Downtown Hattiesburg, 4-8 pm. Merchants and restaurants will be open extended hours. Get something to eat, walk through galleries, and sample art demonstrations throughout Downtown Hattiesburg.
April 17-19 Southern Miss Eagle Fest (April 17) USM Baseball vs. Florida Atlantic at 6 pm. (April 18) Champions Brunch-Former Golden Eagle Football Greats will speak, held at 10 am (limited to Eagle Club members and season ticket holdrs. Future Golden Eagles Football Camp held 11 am – noon. Black and Gold Football game 1 pm. USM softball, 1 pm. USM Baseball vs. Fla. Atlantic 4 pm. (April 19) USM Baseball vs. Fla. Atlantic at 11 am and USM Softball vs. Middle Tennessee at 1 pm. April 18 Kids Hub CAC - 1st Annual Teddy Bear Bike Rally. 9 am-1 pm. The event will begin at Highway Cycles on Hwy. 49. All proceeds will benefit the Kids Hub CAC organization in its efforts to service children in the Hattiesburg community who have been victims of sexual and physical assault. Tickets are $100/single player entry. April 18 8 am - 7:30 pm, 17th Annual Downtown Crawfish Jam presented by Southern Beverage, Co, Budweiser and the Hattiesburg Historic Neighborhood Association. The day will begin at 8 am with the CPSG’s 3rd Annual VooDoo 5k Run. The run will end at Walthall Park where the festival will be held. Music will run from 10:30 am until 7:30 pm. Advanced tickets are $35 and tickets can be bough at the door for $45. The tickets include all–you-can-eat and drink.
April 11 Hattiesburg Zoo Birthday Bash. 10 am - 4 pm at the Hattiesburg Zoo. The event costs $10 upon entering.
April 18 Casting Crowns Concert. The event will be held at the Forrest County Multipurpose Center at 6 pm. Doors open at 5 pm. Ticket prices range from $14-$55. For more information call 601-583-7500.
April 16 String Honors Chamber Recital sponsored by the USM School of Music. The event will take place at University Baptist Church at 6 pm. Free admittance.
April 24 Power to Fight Hunger Golf Tournament. 8 am-2 pm at the Timberton Golf Club. The event is being held by Community Connection to benefit Extra Table.
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April 25 7:30 pm. An Evening with Deborah Voigt, America’s leading dramatic soprano. Symphony season finale!! Bennett Auditorium, USM campus. To buy tickets call 601-266-5418 or got to southernmisstickets.com. April 25-26 Hattiesburg Gun and Knife Show. 9 am - 5 pm on Saturday and 10 am-5 pm on Sunday. The event is hosted by the Great Southern Gun and Knife Shows of Mississippi at the Forrest County Multi Purpose Center. General admission is $7. April 25-26 2015 MS Cup, Soccer tournament sponsored by the Hattiesburg Youth Soccer Association (HYSA) at Tatum Park.
May
Every Thursday from April-October the Hattiesburg Farmers Market will take place from 3-6 pm at the corner of Main Street and Buschman Street, Town Square Park. May 2 at 2-4 pm. Southern Miss Piano Institute Spring Recital sponsored by the USM School of Music. Marsh Auditorium. Free admittance. May 7-10 Jesus Christ Superstar presented by the Hattiesburg Civic Lights Opera. 7:30 pm on May 7-9 and 2 pm on May 10 at the Hattiesburg Saenger Theatre May 8 University of Southern Mississippi Spring Commencement. 10 am and 2:30 pm at Reed Green Coliseum. May 13 WCU Graduate School Commencement May 16 WCU Undergraduate Commencement May 16 2015 Pine Belt March for Babies, 8:30 am at the Hattiesburg-Laurel Regional Airport. This is an annual fundraising event held by the March of Dimes. May 23 WCU College of Osteopathic Medicine Commencement May 23-25 12th Annual May Fest Barrel racing, country western music contest, CKC dog show, weight pull, car & bike show, car stereo competition, and great food! James Lynn Cartlidge Multi-Purpose Center. May 25 MEMORIAL DAY
June
Every Thursday from April-October the Hattiesburg Farmers Market will take place from 3-6 pm at the corner of Main Street and Buschman Street, Town Square Park. June 2-6 Mississippi High School Rodeo State Finals, James Lynn Cartlidge Forrest County Multipurpose Center. June 6-20 FestivalSouth, 6th Season!!! A 2-week city-wide festival, multi-genre arts festival for residents and cultural tourists. Presented by the Hattiesburg Concert Association (HCA), this year’s festival offers events from across the spectrum of the arts – music, dance, art, and theatre. National artists, International performers, local talent!!! For more info, visit festivalsouth.org; e-mail info@festivalsouth.org; or call 601-296-7475. June 8-12 and June 15-19 (weekdays) The USM Department of English will hold the New Writers’ Institute. The events will take place between 1pm-5pm everyday. Each young writer will be introduced to various forms of writing genres and will be asked to compose original pieces. Registration is $250. To register email english@usm.edu.
June 11-27 William Carey Dinner Theater, this is a real treat if you’re a long time patron or a newcomer. The talent is top notch and they serve you a great meal before the show. Enjoy!!! Box office is open June 8. Call 601-318-6221. June 13 3rd Annual Hattiesburg Craft Beer Festival presented by the Historic Hattiesburg Downtown Association and VisitHattiesburg. This year the festival will take place in the Grand Ballroom at the Historic Train Depot. General admission tickets are $35 and include admittance to the festival, a 4 oz souvenir-sampling mug and unlimited sampling of more than 100 craft beers. June 15 Lincoln County, Classic Country Music with Missy Sanderson at the Petal Performing Arts Center, Petal, MS. June 20 Juneteenth Celebration, 31st Year! Commemorates the day the last slaves were freed in Texas. Come see the parade in Downtown Hattiesburg. The celebration at Dahmer Park includes live entertainment, a softball tournament, food, arts and crafts and carnival rides.
July
Every Thursday from April-October the Hattiesburg Farmers Market will take place from 3-6 pm at the corner of Main Street and Buschman Street, Town Square Park. July 4 INDEPENDENCE DAY July 4 Sumrall Independence Day Parade. Time TBA. Prior to and following the parade there will be vendors, food, a live auction and music at Lions Club Park downtown. Fireworks start at 9 pm. July 7-18 William Carey Dinner Theater, this is a real treat if you’re a long time patron or a newcomer. The talent is top notch and they serve you a great meal before the show. Enjoy!!! Box office is open June 8. Call 601-318-6221. July 10-12 Summer Fun Barrel Racing held the James Lynn Cartlidge Forrest County Multipurpose Center July 25-26 Gun and Knife Show held at the James Lynn Cartlidge Forrest County Multipurpose Center. July 26 - August 1 Miss Hospitality Pageant, held at the Lake Terrace Convention, Center, Hattiesburg. Mississippi’s hallmark hospitality is beautifully displayed through the tradition of the Mississippi Miss Hospitality Pageant. The pageant brings together the state’s best and brightest young ladies in competition for the title of Mississippi Miss Hospitality. Continued Next Page
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Downtown BBQ Showdown. Photo courtesy of Andrea Saffle.
August
Every Thursday from April-October the Hattiesburg Farmers Market will take place from 3-6 pm at the corner of Main Street and Buschman Street, Town Square Park. August 5-9 (est.) “A Catered Affair” dinner show at the Jackie Dole Sherrill Community Center hosted by the Hattiesburg Civic Light Opera. August 22 Pine Belt Outdoor Sportsman’s Banquet at the Forrest County Multipurpose Center.
September
Every Thursday from April-October the Hattiesburg Farmers Market will take place from 3-6 pm at the corner of Main Street and Buschman Street, Town Square Park. September 5-7 Southern Stampede, held at James Lynn Cartlidge Forrest County Multi-Purpose Center. September 7 LABOR DAY September 18-20 Dixie Region Team DRPTA 2015 Penning Finals, held at James Lynn Cartlidge Forrest County Multipurpose Center, Hattiesburg, MS. September 25-27 28th Annual Mississippi Pecan Festival. Over 250 booths from across the region, great southern cooking and live bluegrass and gospel music. The event will take place in a pecan orchard six miles out of Richton on Wingate Road.
October
Every Friday from 5 pm-9 pm in October the Thirsty Hippo hosts Live at Five at Town Square Park in downtown Hattiesburg. Free outdoor music event with local food and craft vendors. Hattiesburg Farmers Market 3 pm - 6 pm at the corner of Main Street and Buschman Street, Town Square Park. Every Thursday in October from 11:30 am-1 pm, The Hattiesburg Arts Council hosts the Brown Bag Concert Series. Lunch is $6 dollars. A different live band performs every week. October 2-3 10:30 am – 4 pm, Downtown BBQ Showdown, held at Walthall Park. Offering great food and music and a family atmosphere. The event is sanctioned by the Kansas City BBQ Society (KCBS). A total of $10,000 in prizes will be awarded! Come down and get you some BBQ!!!
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October 2-4 Historic Mobile Street Renaissance Festival. The festival celebrates what was the center of African-American business. The historic McBride Café is now fully operational as Mac’s Place, and the location of a Technology Center and Mobile Street Festival office is in a building at the corner of 6th and Mobile Streets. The building will not only houses the festival office, but also serves as the location of the Mobile Street Police Precinct. October 3 11 am – 4 pm, Oktoberfest, held at St. John Lutheran Church, 2001 Hardy St. Oktoberfest at St. John’s is a Hattiesburg tradition. They serve all your favorites: sausages, sauerkraut, potato salads, as well as German breads and desserts. Come enjoy the oompah band and enjoy this Hattiesburg Fall treat! October 10 Downtown BBQ Showdown,The 2015 Downtown BBQ Showdown is set for Saturday, October 3rd from 11 am until 4 pm, at the Walthall Park in the Hattiesburg Historic Neighborhood. October 23-30 Hattiesburg ZooBoo. 5 pm - 8 pm nightly. $8 per person, which includes unlimited train and carousel rides, (prices may vary.) Children under 2 get in FREE. Website: zoohattiesburg.com/ Hattiesburg Zoo is located at 107 S. 17th Ave. Phone: 601-545-4576, e-mail:zoo@hattiesburg.org. October 31 HALLOWEEN
November
November 7: ArtWalk in Historic Downtown Hattiesburg, 4-8 pm. Merchants and restaurants will be open extended hours. Get something to eat, walk through galleries, and sample art demonstrations throughout Downtown Hattiesburg. November 19-22 (Est.) “A Christmas Carol” at the Saenger Theater presented by the Hattiesburg Civic Light Opera. November 21-22 2015 Hattiesburg Gun & Knife Show, Held at the James Lynn Cartlidge Forrest County Multi-Purpose Center, Featuring old and new guns, knives, & reloading supplies. Gunsmiths & appraisers will be on hand. Clothing, scopes, and every possible accessory will also be available. Continued Next Page
November 22 THANKSGIVING November 28 Small Business Saturday, Take the time to enjoy a shopping experience at a small business! Shop at small businesses throughout the area with shops that carry specialized merchandise and service that focuses on the customer, which will be a nice surprise for those used to discount service. These stores support the local economy and employ local people. Shop at a Small Business on Small Business Saturday!
December 12-13 39th Annual Victorian Candlelit Christmas. Go back in time to Victorian Hattiesburg.Thousands of luminaries will line streets and sidewalks. Strolling carolers, carriage rides, and historic home tours will make your Candlelit Christmas special! December 25 CHRISTMAS
Photos courtesy of Andrea Saffle.
December
December 3 (Est.) 5:30 pm, Christmas Tree Lighting in Town Square Park, Hattiesburg. Food, music and refreshments with a special appearance by Mr and Mrs Claus. December 4 Petal Noel from 5 pm-9 pm. Lighted tree display and a nativity scene are presented as a gift from the community of Petal. December 5 (Est.) Hattiesburg Jaycee Christmas Parade, Historic Downtown Hattiesburg. For more info go to hattiesburgjaycees.org December 5 (Est.) Petal Christmas Parade, start Christmas off right with the Annual Petal Christmas Parade, Petal, MS. December 12 (Est.) 4-8 pm, Saturday. Holiday ArtWalk is for the streets in Historic Downtown Hattiesburg. Downtown merchants will have special sale events, you’ll be able to walk through galleries, and there will a multitude of activities featuring artists and performers.
* (Est*) – Official dates had not yet been posted at publication time. Dates listed were estimated based on the previous two calendar years.
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Historic Downtown Hattiesburg Walking Tour
Our Tour Starts At The Cultural Center Located At 723 Main Street. (Use The Door At The Back Of The Building To Enter). The Cultural Center Is Not Only The Tour’s Starting Point, But Also A Source Of Information As It Houses The Offices Of The Historic Hattiesburg Downtown Association, Located On The Second Floor, The Hattiesburg Arts Council, Also Located On The Second Floor, And The Hattiesburg Area Historical Society & Museum (Call 601-582-5460 For Hours) Located On The First Floor. This Walking Tour Will Take Place In The Hub City Historic District, Which Is On The National Register Of Historic Places.
1. The Cultural Center, (723 Main St.)
The Cultural Center
Built in 1929-30 in the Italian Renaissance style. The two-story brick building has a hip roof of red tiles. The main entrance is on the 2nd floor (use the back door to enter the building) and the round arch bays at this level features keystones. The building was first used as the Hattiesburg Library. (The Tatum Mansion was originally located kitty corner from the Cultural Center. Unfortunately, the mansion was torn down and a fire station now sits where the Tatum Mansion once stood. W.S.F. Tatum, owner of the Tatum Lumber Company (a major player in the lumber industry in early Pine Belt history) built the beautiful mansion.)
The Cultural Center was originally built to be the Hattiesburg Library. Postcard (probably 40's) provided by Larry Johnson
Main Street United Methodist Church
2. MCLEOD HOUSE, (802 Main St.) A landmark in the city since its construction in 1896, this two and onehalf story frame house exhibits all the decorative details that make this style truly the “queen” of Victorian homes. Built in 1896 and renovated in 1985, the building now houses a law firm.
3. MAIN STREET UNITED METHODIST CHURCh, (712 Main St.) The cornerstone was laid in 1907 with construction and fund raising completed in 1910. Main Street United Methodist Church was founded in 1833 making it the earliest Methodist Church in Hattiesburg. This Gothic structure includes magnificent stained-glass windows and wood panel interior. Masonic Temple
4. MASONIC TEMPLE, (700 Main St.) This Neo-Classical structure was recently restored by Forrest County. Built in 1920, the Masonic Temple is a two-story brick building with stone trim. The recessed entrance porch is framed by giant order fluted Doric Columns and topped with a gable roof with pediment of stone. 158 Here’s Hattiesburg!
McLeod House
Forrest County Court House
5. FORREST COUNTY COURTHOUSE, (628,630 Main St.) This 1905 Neo-Classical Revival is a one-and-a-half-story masonry structure with a stone base and brick facades highlighted by stone trim. The two-storied balcony is supported by Ionic columns. U.S. Post Office
6. U.S. POST OFFICE, (115 W. Pine St.) This beautiful granite and limestone building was constructed by the WPA in 1933-34. The building’s attributes include a center section with setbacks and hard-edged low relief ornamentation surrounding entrance bays and along the roof edges. Forrest Towers
7. FORREST TOWERS, (128 W. Pine St.)
Forrest Towers was built in 1929 as a hotel—the Forrest Hotel. The building is noted for its stylized decorations including chevron and lozenge moldings, volutes, and giant eagles on the corners of the top floor. The building has been converted to office space but originally served as a very elegant hotel. The Forest Hotel was originally built as an economic development package, along with the Saenger Theatre, to attract rail travelers to spend time in the Hub City. The idea was to provide entertainment in a lavish venue, the Saenger, and lodging in a grand hotel, the Forrest Hotel.
Library
8. Library of Hattiesburg, Petal and ForRest County (329 Hardy St.) Walk west on W. Pine and take a right on Hardy Street to the Library. The Spirit that Builds mural is located in the main section of the Library. Artist William Baggett took three years to complete the mural, which was finished on July 4, 1995. The physical dimensions of the mural are 10 feet high and 167 feet in circumference. The various sections of the mural depict our area’s history. Old Federal Building
9. OLD FEDERAL BUILDING, (200 W. Pine St.) Built in 1910 and placed on the National Register in 1973, this building is of the Italian Renaissance style. The elements of the style, which the building exhibits, include a symmetrIcal façade with recessed entry and full-height columns. The roof is low pitched in the classical mode and has wide overhangs with decorative brackets. In front of the Old Federal Building is the marker located at the exact spot where Captain William Harris Hardy, founder of Hattiesburg, picked the location of Hattiesburg’s railroad station and decided to name the town in honor of his wife, Hattie. Here’s Hattiesburg! 159
10. HATTIESBURG CITY HALL, (200 Forrest St.)
City Hall
This Neo-Classical Revival government building was built in 1923 and is a state-designated Mississippi Landmark. This three-story brick building is set on a basement of stone blocks, with stone window sills and pediment cornices. The front entrance at the north façade has a two-story pediment portico supported on Doric columns. There was an identical side façade for the east entrance (Front St. side) but that was enclosed in 1962. Saenger Theater
Kress Building
11. THE SAENGER THEATER, (201 Forrest St.)
Built in 1928-29, the Saenger Theater is one of several buildings in the downtown historic district of the Art Deco Style. This elegant 1000-seat movie palace was renovated in 1976 to accommodate the performing arts. The original Robert Morton theater pipe organ is still in use today. Besides the Saenger Theater, which opened in 1929, downtown Hattiesburg had other theaters as well. The Red Circle Auditorium was located across the street from where the Saengeris located and where City Hall now stands. The Strand Theater was located on the north side of East Front St., a half block away from Main St.
12. KRESS BUILDING, (500 Main St.)
Kress was an important part of the downtown commercial scene for many years serving as the “five & dime” store on Main Street. Built in 1940, this three-story tan brick, Art Deco building has intricate glazed terra-cotta, which is found at the cornice between each bay.
Bank Of Commerce
14. BANK OF COMMERCE,
(1st national Bank Of Commerce)
(519 Main St.) The Faulkner Building, early 1910's. Postcard provided courtesy of Larry Johnson.
13. Carter-FAULKNER BUILDING, (Faulkner Building)
(501-509 Main St.) This commercial vernacular style structure was built in 1910 as the Carter Building. The six-story brick “skyscraper” is a focal point of the downtown area. Originally built by a group of physicians for medical offices, this building has cornices supported by pilasters at ground floor. Its upper bays contain paired doublehung windows and are framed by pilasters with Prairie School-style decoration at the capitals. 160 Here’s Hattiesburg!
The original ca. 1907 building has been replaced by a small landscaped courtyard. The point of interest here is the giant order round-arch entrance with keystone surmounted by decorated pediment and monitor cornice—the surviving elements of the original facade. Walk back towards the Faulkner Building (intersection of Main and Front) and cross the street towards McKenzie’s on Main. Go left on Front St.
15. Legal Services,
(Hattiesburg Trust & Banking Co.)
(Hattiesburg I.O.O.F. Lodge, #27)
17. ROSS BUILDING, (207 E. Front St.) Built in 1907, the Ross Building is a five-story corner building with round-arch corner entrances. The building is embellished with cast iron cornices with dentils and pillar capitals composed of geometric Wright/Prairie-style motifs.
(111 E. Front St.) A Neo-Classical Revival building built in 1907, this two-story row building features a stone finish, marble steps to recessed portico carried on giant order Ionic columns of marble, and a coffered porch ceiling decorated with rosettes.
Ross Building
16. OddFellows Gallery,
(Hattiesburg I.O.O.F. Lodge, #27)
(119 E. Front St.) Another Neo-Classical building built in 1907, this three-story brick row building has a stucco façade, cast-iron pilasters at ground floor corners, round-arch windows in upper exterior bays and paired double-hung windows set in segmental-arch in center bay. 50 - Hattiesburg Trust & Banking Co., Hattiesburg, Miss. Historic Postcard Provided By The Historic Hattiesburg Downtown Association.
18. The BOTTLING CO.,
(Hattiesburg Bottling Co.)
(126 Market St.) This building is a prime example of the continuing reconstruction of Historic Downtown Hattiesburg. Formerly a Coca-Cola bottling plant, The Bottling Co., is now an entertainment venue featuring nationally known entertainment. This building has been completely restored and decorated with Coke memorabilia.
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Historic Districts Driving Tour
The Hub City Historic District was covered in the Downtown Walking Tour; we’ll cover the other four districts listed with National Register of Historic Places--Hattiesburg, Oaks, North Main Street and Parkhaven Historic Districts-in our driving tour. The Hattiesburg and Oaks Historic Districts can be fun to walk if you’re in the mood for a healthy jaunt. Go Left on Main Street from the Cultural Center (723 Main St). Go past the second light, go left onto Newman Street (after the tracks). Two blocks down is the (1) Hattiesburg Train Depot, which is part of the Hub City Historic District. The Depot has undergone a complete and beautiful historic restoration and is now open for business. Take Newman St. back to Main and then take a left on E. Laurel. Take an immediate left on Short Bay after the railroad tracks.
Hattiesburg Historic Neighborhood District This district shows the growth of Hattiesburg from a rural lumbering town to an urbanized regional center. The development (1880-1930) of the Hattiesburg Historic Neighborhood District paralleled the development of the central business district. Two Mississippi governors, Paul B. Johnson, Sr. and Paul B. Johnson, Jr., were among the many prominent people who lived in this district.1 Generous ventilation, necessitated by the warm, humid climate of South Mississippi, is expressed in these buildings’ central hallways, large and numerous doors and windows, high ceilings, and extensive porches—all elements of Southern architecture. Victorian, Colonial Revival, Neo-Classical, Bungalow, and vernacular styles are all present in the district. Examples of Italianate, Tudor Revival, Mission, late Gothic Revival International and Art Moderne are also found, but in lesser numbers.
(4) Dunn House Bed & Breakfast, (102 Short Bay St.)
This high-style, two and one-half story, Queen Anne Victorian house is noted for its heart pine paneling and multiple bay windows.
Bay Street Presbyterian Church, Hattiesburg, Miss.
Dunn House, Now The Dunn House Bed & Breakfast
Bay St. Presbyterian Church Postcard Provided Courtesy Of Larry Johnson
2) The Bay Street Presbyterian Church, (204 Short Bay St)
Built in 1907, this church is the oldest church structure in the city. Its stylistic mixture conveys a Victorian image. The building features striking stained glass windows and a pipe organ that was built specifically for the Bay St. Presbyterian Church by a pipe organ manufacturer that specialized in making theater pipe organs.
(3) Great Oaks (Conner-SARPHIE), (106 Short Bay St.)
Built in 1906 this house is a relatively uncommon subtype of NeoClassical style with its full-height entry supported by huge Ionic columns and lower full width porch with small Ionic columns and circular, corner pavilions. Red tile covers the hip roof, which has a striking front dormer with Palladian windows. 162 Here’s Hattiesburg!
Conner-Sarphie House
Across River Street from the Dunn House is the (5) Polk House, 800 River Ave. Although in disrepair at this time, there are hopes for its eventual restoration. Polk House is a Neo-Classical mansion constructed in 1905 by Abner Polk.
Tally House
Ross House
(9) Tally House at 402 Rebecca.
(6) Ross House, (416 Bay St.)
Dr. T.E. Ross and his wife built this wonderful home in 1904. The home boasted three full baths, an elevator and a telephone—all very unique for any home of that era. An interesting thing about Dr. Ross was that he never billed his patients because he thought they would pay when they were able to.
The Tally House features a huge red roof with a symmetrical porch that extends across the entire front of the house and around the side. Gables, arched windows are among the other features of this two and one-half story Colonial Revival house built in 1907. Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Turner House
(7) Turner House, (500 Bay St.), ca. 1910. John Sumrall Turner, owner of J.S. Turner & Co. (a local department store that was located where the Kress building now stands), gave this Classical Revival style house as a wedding present in 1908 to his son James Henry Turner and James’ bride, Annie Harper. The massive Ionic columns you see were added in the 1970’s and were taken from a house in Jackson slated for demolition. Glenmore
(10) Sacred Heart Catholic Church, (313 Walnut St.) Sacred Heart was originally organized in a frame building constructed in 1900. The brick, Gothic Revival structure you see today was constructed in 1927 at a cost of $ 60,000. Many of the impressive stained glass windows in the church were made in Germany. Continue driving on Walnut St and take a left on Main St.
(8) Glenmore (Bertrand/J. P. Carter) (at 502 Court St.)
Built in 1890, this house is the oldest surviving brick house in the city and the only Italianate style in the district. Constructed of brick walls three courses thick, the house is asymmetrical in shape with gabled roof. A full-width porch stretches along the north face. Here’s Hattiesburg! 163
Oaks Historic District From Main St., go two blocks to W. Pine St. and turn left. Stay on W. Pine St., go through two stoplights and standing on the corner of 2nd Ave. and W. Pine St. is Trinity Episcopal Church.
(12) Moore House, 409 4th Ave.
This home was built in 1924 for Benjamin D. Moore. This is a good sample of a prestigious house in the Oaks. Some of the highlights are the Tuscan columns, twelve-light sidelights and a paneled door. Pinehurst
In the Oaks Historic District, there is a wide range of styles including Colonial Revival, Mission, Queen Anne, Mediterranean and Craftsman houses. The area developed slowly on tracts of cutover timberland on a grid laid out parallel to the railroad tracks. The Oaks District was mostly residential but early on also possessed two “manufacturers” of ready-cut Craftsman houses--Aladdin Company and the Gordon Van Tine Company. When the district was first being developed, large Queen Anne, Colonial Revival and Mediterranean homes were built on multiple lots. As fewer lots became available, the Craftsman style house built on single lots became dominant. Concart Street has many examples of Craftsman homes. Trinity Episcopal Church
William H. Hardy, Hattiesburg’s founder, chose a site located at (110 Pinehurst St.) to build his Hattiesburg home, which he named Pinehurst. Some of the original pecan and pine trees planted by Mr. Hardy still exist. W. O. Tatum, then president of Tatum Lumber Company, built his house in 1927 (some thirty-three years later) in the same spot; this is the house you see today. The Tatum house, also named (13) Pinehurst, is a Colonial Revival style house with green shutters and buff-colored brick. The colossal Corinthian columns, which support a two-story portico, are a distinctive aspect of the house. The Oaks Historic District was named for its oak trees. Canopies of oaks covered many of its roads which became a trademark of the neighborhood. These water oaks were planted between 1905 and 1915, and unfortunately, some of the trees have started to die now. Take a left onto 6th Ave. to see what many of the streets in the Oaks used to look like.
(11) Trinity Episcopal Church,
A Gothic Revival style church, was built in 1912 and still serves an active congregation. Trinity was modeled after the Knights Templar Church in London.5 The church has a beautiful worship area.
Lambert House
The (14) Lambert House, (915 Adeline StreeT)
built in 1905, is a unique building, difficult to classify as to style. Its symmetrical façade has a full-width porch that wraps on both sides. The curved entry porch is supported by fluted, Corinthian columns. In 1920 C.A. Lambert came to Hattiesburg to oversee the building of the Hercules plant (located on Hwy. 42 Hattiesburg). Mr. Lambert was the manager of the plant from 1921-1953 and was known around the area as “Mr. Hercules”.6 164 Here’s Hattiesburg!
Located kitty corner from the Lambert House is the (15) Chain House, (312 6th Avenue.) This very large house built in 1926 is an outstanding representative of the Mediterranean style in the district.
The (16) Camp House, (809 Adeline St.)
built in 1905, is distinguished by a massive hipped roof. Its asymmetrical façade features a full-width porch with supports of grouped, beveled columns raised to railing height on wood pedestals. Continue for two blocks take a right onto 2nd Ave. Drive two blocks and take a left on W. Pine Street towards downtown. Drive 2 blocks, then veer right onto W. Front (at the light). Take a left onto Main Street, drive to Cultural Center.
North Main Street Historic District The old Hattiesburg High School is located a block (a long block) from the Cultural Center and is part of the North Main Historic District. As the city’s fortunes continued to improve, fine homes were built along both sides of Main Street and also on Columbia Street during the period of 1895 to 1910. The most prevalent architecture of the district is the Queen Anne and Craftsman styles
The (17) Hattiesburg High School, 848 Main St., ca. 1921, a Tudor Revival, is currently undergo-
ing a complete rehabilitation and will eventually serve as a part of the University of Southern Mississippi’s Art & Design Department. The school was designed by local architect Robert E. Lee and built by contractor C.O. Eure. The building is a Mississippi Landmark and is also individually listed on the National Register.
(18) Montague House at 1028 Main.
The Montague House is a large Colonial Revival house built in 1900 by A.A. Montague and family. The entrance porch is circular on the south end and has paired Ionic columns and wood railings on the first and second level. Inside the house is amazing heart pine floors, an impressive foyer and some massive pocket doors. A.A. Montague opened an insurance agency in 1893 on Main Street. That business is still in operation as Montague, Sigler & Ferrell, now located on W. Pine Street.7
(20) Rogers (Smith-Ott) House, (1122 Main St.) ca. 1917.
This Mediterranean style home was originally built for lumberman William A. Rogers and his wife Hattie. Principle features include a low pitched pyramidal roof, asymmetrical façade dominated by porches on both stories and massive square or rectangular piers of masonry used to support porch roofs (common on such high-style examples of this type).
(21) 6th St. USO Building.
This building now serves as the African American Military Museum. This is the last surviving African American USO building in the country. Go right onto E. 6th St. At the second stop sign take a right onto Mobile St. Drive to the stoplight and take a right onto E. 2nd. Go two blocks up to the stop sign and take a left on Jackson which will bring you back to the Cultural Center. 6th St. USO Building Now Serves As The African American Military Museum
Montague House
High School, Hattiesburg, Miss.
(19) Mt. Carmel Baptist Church.
Originally this was Main Street Baptist Church which was built in 1913 on this spot. Main Street Baptist built the building you see today in 1942 after fire destroyed the original church building. Postcard To Left: The Existing Old Hattiesburg High School Structure Served As A High School From 1921 To 1959. It has Also Been Used As Offices For Hattiesburg School District And For Private Business. The Last Tenant Left In 2001. Postcard Provided Courtesy Of Larry Johnson.
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Attractions CHAIN GARDEN, THE
William Carey University, Hattiesburg, 601.318.6192 William Carey University is home to this garden that features plants native to South Mississippi and to India. Free admission.
DANFORTH CHAPEL AND CHAPEL PLACE
USM Campus, Hattiesburg, 601.266.4491 Chapel Place, located in the center of the USM campus adjacent to Danforth Chapel, is the resting spot for a 60-foot, 23-ton, 11 million-year-old petrified hardwood tree. Danforth Chapel is used for religious services and weddings.
DESOTO NATIONAL FOREST
Parkhaven Historic District
Take a left from the Cultural Center onto Main St. Go right on W. Pine St. and go two blocks. Take a right onto Hardy St. You’ll go through five stoplights. Drive one more block and go left on 22nd. Go under the Parkhaven Neighborhood Arch and you’re now in the Parkhaven Historic District.
(22) M. M. Simmons House located at (203 22nd Avenue) This two-story house is a brick Spanish Eclectic with Tudor Revival characteristics. The second story has pointed arch fixed pane windows and a tower with a tent roof. M.M. Simmons started Parkhaven as a planned subdivision in 1922, just seven years after the 1915 Panama-California Exposition. The Panama-California Exposition first exposed Americans to the fascinating Spanish Eclectic style. Mr. Simmons must have been very taken with that style because Parkhaven possesses the largest intact collection of Spanish Eclectic cottages in Mississippi (fourteen). The Parkhaven District is characterized by small to medium sized houses of brick and stucco, many with tile roofs. The houses are set on large lots with sidewalks, and many with deep setbacks. Mature plantings including semi-tropical specimens fill the spacious yards and well-developed gardens of this planned subdivision.
(23) J.F. Brown House, (109 21st Ave.)
The J.F. Brown House, built in 1925, is one-story house stucco clad Spanish Eclectic with multiple gables. An off-center wood panel door and a partial–width porch with roof and stucco clad piers also adorn the exterior. Continue on 21st Ave. until you come to Hardy. Take a right to go downtown, take a left to go towards I-59. Primary sources for this article include: the U.S. Dept of the Interior National Park Service National Register of Historic Places Registration Form for Historic Neighborhoods and Historic Buildings; “Historic Hattiesburg “The History and Architecture of Hattiesburg’s First Neighborhoods”, City of Hattiesburg, 1990; and “The History of Forrest County Mississippi”, compiled by the Hattiesburg Area Historical Society Volunteers, ©2000. 1”Historic Hattiesburg The History and Architecture of Hattiesburg’s First Neighborhoods, City of Hattiesburg, 1990. 2 “The History of Forrest County Mississippi”, compiled by the Hattiesburg Are Historical Society Volunteers, ©2000, page 383. 3”Historic Hattiesburg The History and Architecture of Hattiesburg’s First Neighborhoods, City of Hattiesburg, 1990. 4 “The History of Forrest County Mississippi”, compiled by the Hattiesburg Area Historical Society Volunteers, ©2000, page 31. 5 Ibid, Page 35., 6 Ibid, Page 306., 7 Ibid, Page 347.
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25 miles south of Hattiesburg off Hwy. 49, 601.928.4422. Offices are open Monday-Friday 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mississippi’s largest national forest, the DeSoto, covers more than 500,000 acres. Its “piney woods” of longleaf, ash and loblolly pine cover gently rolling terrain. Fishing, hiking, hunting, camping, picnicking, horseback riding, and backpacking are available at the DeSoto National Forest. There are winding streams, slow moving most of the year, which form the wet bottomlands that grow excellent hardwood. These are “black-water” streams, tinted by tannic acid from decaying vegetation on the forest floor. This is where the Black Creek flows, renowned for its 40-mile float trip, hiking trail and wilderness. There are wide, white sandbars for camping and picnicking and quiet pools for fishing. Big Creek and Fairley Bridge landings serve as the end points for both the float trip and the Black Creek National Hiking Trail.
FARMER’S MARKET
Held every Wednesday and Saturday from 7:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon. Produce, crafts, canned goods, woodworking, homemade baked goods, herbs, and plants are sold by local farmers and craftspeople. Located off the corner of 8th & Corrine St. in downtown Hattiesburg. Call 601.545.6083 for information.
FLINT CREEK WATER PARK
1216 Parkway, 25 miles South of Hattiesburg off Hwy. 49 in Wiggins, 800.748.9403 or 601.928.3051. Flint Creek Water Park is one of 8 R.V. parks owned and operated by the Pat Harrison Waterway District. Flint Creek is located just off of Highway 29 in Wiggins, Mississippi. The park is comprised of 1,900 total acres and features a 650acre lake. The lake is stocked with catfish, crappie, bream, and large-mouth-bass. The lake is also a favorite for boating, water skiing, and swimming. Aluminum fishing boats are available for rent on a first-come-first-serve basis. Flint Creek is also famous for “Watertown USA.” Watertown features 4 giant waterslides and a kiddy pool for the toddlers. The waterslide facility is open seasonally from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Landlubbers can enjoy camping, picnicking, and fishing all year long. With 152 R.V. campsites, 34 vacation-style cabins, and 12 camp houses, Flint Creek can accommodate all your overnight recreational quests. R.V. campers can enjoy swimming at the exclusive campground beaches and or simply enjoy nature with a stroll along the nature trail. Flint has a spacious picnic area complete with tables and barbeque grills and a public swimming area. Flint Creek can also accommodate large family gatherings by way of 2 open-air-pavilions and a Lodge Hall. For more information regarding Flint Creek Water Park visit the website at www.phwd.net.
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ne of only two zoos in Mississippi, the Hattiesburg Zoo helps to define the uniqueness so many visitors enjoy about Hattiesburg. The Zoo’s animal collection includes more than 55 species of animals spread over five continents. Explore South America and discover llamas, lemurs, howlers and the jaguar. Climb to the highest outlook in Asia and growl with the tiger or stretch your neck with the emu from Australia. Tread across the Mississippi Swamp. Safari through the wide plains of the African Veldt where zebras, ostrich and eland run, while servals and guenon linger nearby. Journey into an underground tunnel to say “hello” to the prairie dogs. Take a ride around the Zoo on the train, twirl on the carousel or cool down at the splash pad. With exciting animal encounters, keeper chats, educational classes and plenty of visitor resources, the Hattiesburg Zoo offers a new adventure every day.
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Adults (13 & over) - $5.00 Senior Citizens & Military - $4.00 Under 2 years old - Free Children Ages 2-12 - $3.00 Hattiesburg Zoological Soc. (w/membership card & ID) - Free Reciprocating Zoos and AZA Members (with membership card & ID) - Free Train & Carousel Tickets (per ride/per person) - $2.00
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Monday - Closed Tuesday - Sunday 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
THE ZOO IS OPEN 6 DAYS A WEEK. Closed: Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day & New Year's Day 107 South 17th St. Hattiesburg 601.545.4579
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HATTIESBURG BLACK SOX
The Black Sox started out 2010 in fine form by winning there first 10 games. There’s nothing like sitting in a nice park with a hot dog and a drink and watching great baseball action. The Black Sox have consistent tournament winnings. They have also been successful in championship games with regional and national titles under their belt. They will play over 50 games for the 2010 season. All games are played at Smokie Herrington Park at Hattiesburg High School. For more information call 601.454.4713 or go to www.facebook.com/pages/Hattiesburg-MS/ HATTIESBURG-BLACK-SOX-OFFICIALPAGE.
HUB CITY DRAGWAY This IHRA-sanctioned track features tire-screeching, high-powered racing. The races start in February and continue through to November. The nationally known Mardi Gras Fat Tuesday Race normally attracts about 15,000 people. 331 Eatonville Rd (Take Exit 69 off I-59) Hattiesburg, MS. For more information about specific events, call 601.545.3724 or go to www.hubcitydragway.com/.
KAMPER PARK Corner of Hardy Street & 17th Ave., 601.545.4576 Home of the Hattiesburg Zoo, David Anthony Tennis Complex, Exchange Club baseball fields, and a walking and exercise area, this park features a covered pavilion, playgrounds and picnic areas. Open dawn to dusk. Free admission.
LITTLE BLACK CREEK WATER PARK Located between Purvis and Lumberton, off I-59, 601.794.2957. Little Black Creek Water Park is one of 8 R.V. parks owned and operated by the Pat Harrison Waterway District. Little Black is located just off Interstate 59 between the towns of Lumberton
and Purvis, Mississippi. For a day of fun, the park has a picnic area complete with tables and barbeque grills. Family picnic pavilions and a lodge hall are also available for rent. The park’s 640-acre lake is stocked with plenty of catfish, crappie, bream, and largemouth-bass. Visitors to Little Black can also enjoy spacious R.V. sites that are available for rent. The park offers 101 R.V. sites, 8 of which are pull-through sites. The R.V. sites are available on a first-come-first-serve basis and/or by reservations. Additionally, the park offers 20 vacation-style rental cabins and a camp store. Overnight guests can obtain a permit to fish for their dinner in “Lake Catch A-Lot,” a pond stocked with channel catfish.
PAUL B. JOHNSON STATE PARK 15 miles south of Hattiesburg Just off Hwy. 49 S., 601.582.7721 The Paul B. Johnson State Park has a 300-acre lake with cabins, group facili-
ties, camping, nature trail, paddleboats, canoe and boat rentals, and fishing. Picnic area has shelters and six large pavilions. Visitors Center offers game room, restrooms and available meeting and banquet space. Call for fees.
PEP’S POINT AMUSEMENT PARK
6 miles North of Hattiesburg off Hwy. 49, 601.582.8461 A spring-fed lake provides the setting for water slides, swimming, picnic area, and camping with waterfront sites. Some other attractions available include bumper boats, paintball field, cabins and pavilions. Miniature golf, paddleboat rentals, sandy beach, basketball and volleyball courts, refreshment center and game room are also available at Peps. Open second week of May through second week of September, seven days a week.
VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK
Downtown Hattiesburg This park serves as a memorial to people from our area that served or lost their lives in military service. With its fountain and green space, it is a popular gathering place for downtown events.
MOVIE THEATERS
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Convention, Multi-Purpose & Visitor’s Centers
Lake Terrace Convention Center
Hattiesburg Lake Terrace Convention Center It’s a place where impeccable facilities and an exceptional staff create a natural distinction among event venues. It’s a meeting locale where state-of-the-art accommodations are amplified by the native beauty of the surrounding lake and landscape. This fusion of comfortable amenities and comprehensive services is the essence of the Lake Terrace Convention Center. With over 68,000 square feet of space spread over a myriad of meeting and exhibit halls, conference rooms and gathering space, Lake Terrace provides premier, multifunctional facilities capable of handling your next event, large or small. July 2009 marked eleven years Lake Terrace has been serving the Southeast with excellence. From elegant dinners to multi-faceted conventions, the professional and experienced staff is second to none in providing quality as well as service. Meeting planners agree and have voted Lake Terrace as Best of the Best in the ConventionSouth Reader’s Choice Awards on five separate occasions. This award-winning, multipurpose meeting and convention facility is situated in a beautiful 32-acre park-like setting and is located within 90 minutes of 80 percent of Mississippi’s population. Modern in design and technology, Lake Terrace overlooks an attractive two-acre lake and terrace that can accommodate a variety of outdoor functions. Lake Terrace Convention Center is a Hattiesburg Convention Commission Facility. Since 1991, the Hattiesburg Convention Commission has been developing, operating and promoting tourism-related facilities for the Hattiesburg area. For more information visit www.HattiesburgConventionCommission.com.
Hattiesburg Visitors Center (Hattiesburg’s One-Stop-Shop for Area Information) Located at the intersection of I-59 and Hwy 49 on the same campus as the Lake Terrace Convention Center, the Hattiesburg Visitors Center welcomes our visiting friends! Open Monday through Saturday from 9 am until 5 pm, our professional and friendly Tourism Ambassadors are ready to assist with directions, lodg-
ing needs and itinerary suggestions. Also, visitors will find that the Hattiesburg Visitors Center houses a one-ofa-kind Logo Shop featuring affordable specialty products relevant to the unique culture of South Mississippi. Traveler conveniences include: • Refreshingly clean restrooms • Free official Visitors Guide • Free Mississippi highway maps • Free gourmet coffee • Hattiesburg postcards • Local art • Picnic area • Dog walking area • Free RV dump station For additional information, call 601.296.7475 or 866-4-Hattie or visit us on-line at www.visithattie.com.
James Lynn Cartlidge Forrest County Multi-Purpose Center The James Lynn Cartlidge Forrest County MultiPurpose Center is a state-of-the-art recreational and entertainment complex, perfect for concerts, rodeos and the greatest shows on earth! Monster Trucks, Coca Cola Classic Rodeo 200 Team Roping, Mississippi Fish & Wildlife Foundation Outdoor Show, 4-H Rodeo & Horse Show and the Annual Forrest County Fair are just a few of the events that have used the James Lynn Cartlidge Forrest County Multi- Purpose Center. For More Information Call, E-Mail or Mail: Phone: 601.583.7500 • Fax 601.583.7504; E-mail fcmpc@netdoor.com P. O. Box 1151, 962 Sullivan Rd, Hattiesburg, MS 39403-1151
Lamar County Multi-Purpose Center & Fairgrounds Director: Karen Saulters, Lamar Co. Fairgrounds 723 Central Industrial Row, Purvis, MS 39475 • 601.794.1095
Hattiesburg Visitors Center
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Arts & Culture Saenger Theater
Opening in in 1929, the Saenger Theater has withstood good times and bad, but has persevered to establish itself as the benchmark of fine entertainment in the Pine Belt for nearly 90 years! Beginning as a movie hall to show silent movies, the Saenger is now a premier location for theatrical presentations, music, comedy, and dance. Imagine a venue where talent from around the world meets to provide professional performances to a local audience. You don’t have to travel to London, Russia, or New York to experience first class entertainment. The Saenger is the area’s For more information about the many fine hub for everything from stunning world class acts performances, visit HattiesburgSaenger.com or call the box office at 601.584.4888. The Saenger to talented local performers. Theater is a Hattiesburg Convention Commission facility. Since 1991, the Hattiesburg Convention Commission has been developing, operating, and promoting tourism-related facilities for the Hattiesburg area.
Hattiesburg Civic Light Orchestra (HCLO) Announces its 39th Season!
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ounded in 1976 by the late Bob Mesrobian, Hattiesburg Civic Light Opera has striven to provide Broadway-quality entertainment at reasonable prices. As a non-profit community theatre organization, it also serves to give local talent a chance to aspire to the stage. Its first production, The Barber Of Seville, was performed at the Thames School auditorium and was directed by Mesrobian. Over the years, HCLO productions have included classic musicals such as South Pacific, Fiddler On The Roof, The Music Man and Oklahoma, as well as contemporary fare to include Cats, Footloose, Smokey Joe’s Café and Disney’s Beauty And The Beast, Annie, and The Drowsy Chaperone. For more information about joining the HCLO as a sponsor, performer or volunteer go www.hclo.org/ or visit them on Facebook. Get your tickets for the shows at www.HattiesburgSaenger.com or call the Saenger Ticket Office 601.584.4888. HCLO will perform Jesus Christ Superstar on May 7-9, 2015 at 7:30 pm and on May 10 at 2 pm at the Saenger Theater.
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University & College Performing Groups UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN MISSISSIPPI The College of Arts and Letters at The University of Southern Mississippi
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he College of Arts and Letters at Southern Miss presents more than 300 arts events each year. The School of Music, the Department of Theatre and Dance, and the Museum of Art/ Department of Art and Design contribute to the varied selection of arts activities that Southern Miss offers the public. A complete calendar of College events may be found on the Southern Miss Web site at www.usm.edu/ calendar. For more information about the Arts at Southern Miss, visit www.usm.edu/arts. The School of Music The University of Southern Mississippi School of Music has a longstanding international reputation for musical excellence. The school is recognized for its eminence in musical artistry, education and community service. Serving more than 450 majors from the United States and 15 countries, the school maintains a strongly diverse student population. The School of Music provides a wealth of valuable opportunities for the professional and artistic growth of its’ students and the school’s faculty members perform at major venues around the world and teach at international festivals and conferences every year. The School of Music offers a plethora of musical opportunities, including Mississippi’s oldest Symphony Orchestra, the Southern Chorale, the Jazz
Lab Bands, and the nationally recognized concert bands. The College is also the home of the nationally famous Pride of Mississippi Marching Band and Dixie Darlings. School of Music events include concerts of all varieties in the fall and spring semesters, featuring faculty artists, guest artists, ensembles and studio groups and soloists in recital. Most events are free of charge and open to the public. More information may be found at www.usm.edu/music. The Symphony Orchestra The Symphony Orchestra at The University of Southern Mississippi has brought 99 seasons of unparalleled cultural and musical offerings for the Hattiesburg area. World-class musicians such as famed soprano RenéeFleming;tenorPlacidoDomingo; violinists Itzhak Perlman, Josuha Bell and Nadja Salerno-Sonnenberg; trumpeter Doc Severinsen; flutist Sir James Galway; cellist Yo-Yo Ma; clarinetist Pete Fountain; pop icons Ray Charles, Charlie Pride, Dionne Warwick; the Pointer Sisters, Sandi Patty and Patti Labelle, are among Continued Next Page
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the guest artists who, along with an exceptional university orchestra, have brought music lovers of south Mississippi, and indeed the Gulf South, some of the finest music in the world. This season celebrates the 26th anniversary of music director Dr. Jay Dean and will feature many special surprises throughout the season. For more information, visit www.usm. edu/symphony. The Department of Theatre and Dance Theatre Program The Theatre Program at Southern Miss is fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Theatre, and has been an active member of the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival (KCACTF) at state, regional, and national levels. In recent years, a large number of theatre students and faculty have been awarded KCACTF regional and national nominations for performances, design and directing. Theatre Performances The Theatre Program at Southern Miss presents six Main Stage and Studio productions each academic year. The program produces in the Martha R. Tatum Theatre, a 275-seat thrust, and the Gilbert F. Hartwig Theatre, a 148-seat black box. The Theatre and Dance building opened in 2000, with state-of-the-art facilities. The Theatre Program produces Southern Arena Theatre (SAT) each summer. SAT is an educational/professional company, which produces an exciting array of shows in the summer. The SAT Company is made up of students, faculty, staff and professionals who work in a full repertory format. For more information please contact the Theatre Program: on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/ southernmisstheatre; on their web site at usm.edu/ theatre; or at 601.266.4994. Dance Performance Opportunities The Dance Program is home to the Southern Miss Repertory Dance Company (RCD), which performs frequently throughout the year. The dance program presents four major performances a year, in both the Mannoni Performing Arts Center and in the Theatre and Dance Building Studio 115. Concerts include works by faculty, students and guest artists. Always a moving experience, RDC concerts are performed by the company, a professional caliber ensemble of dancers. For more information, visit www.usm.edu/ dance or at facebook.com/USMDance. Noted dance artists are regularly brought to campus to perform, teach master classes, conduct special workshops, and set choreographic works on the students. Recent guest artists have included Misnomer Dance Company, Glen E. Meynardie and the Ririe-Woodbury Dance Company. 172 Here’s Hattiesburg!
The Department of Art and Design The University of Southern Mississippi Department of Art and Design is a fully accredited member of NASAD (the National Association of Schools of Art and Design). The Department of Art and Design has grown steadily over its sixty-plus year history and is proud of the many professional accomplishments of its alumni. Art courses have been offered at the institution since its inception in 1910. The initial degree programs in art began in the 1940’s. Today, the Department of Art & Design is comprised of a range of visual arts programs with the majority of students enrolled in one of our professional degree plans in Graphic Design, Drawing and Painting, and Sculpture. A special component of the Department of Art and Design is the Museum of Art. The museum is comprised of three exhibition galleries including the C. W. Woods Art Gallery, the Lok Exhibition Gallery and the KarnesSullivan Gallery, and offers an extensive schedule of art and design exhibitions including international, na-tional and regional traveling shows, as well as exhibitions of current student and faculty work. The museum is a meeting place for people from across the university and the community, and is considered a key destination for visitors to Hattiesburg and the USM campus. The museum’s mission is to enrich the educational and cultural experience of the university and Hattiesburg community; while at the same time serving as an educational platform for students of the Department of Art & Design. Each spring the museum hosts the Annual Student Show, a greatly anticipated event that gives art students the opportunity to exhibit their creative achievements in visual arts produced over the past year. The student show features work from studio courses in art foundations, drawing, painting, printmaking, photography, ceramics, sculpture, and graphic design. For more information, visit http://www.usm.edu/visual-arts Tickets at Southern Miss For tickets to Southern Miss arts events call Southern Miss Ticket Office: 601.266.5418 or 800.844.8425 for individual tickets or season tickets for all events or online at www.southernmisstickets. com. Partners for the Arts One Voice for the Arts at Southern Miss, is an alliance between the community and the Department of Art and Design, Department of Theatre and Dance, and the School of Music at Southern Miss, Partners for the Arts was established in 1997 to support and enhance the arts; promote arts education; and expand access to regional, national, and international arts events and artists. Continued Next Page
Partnering for a Better Arts Future Partners for the Arts reaches the community through performances, master classes, workshops, exhibits, and lectures. The organization supports guestartists,educationalprograms,andopportunities for Southern Miss student and faculty artists. Arts outreach also includes participation in communitywide events and collaboration with other community and civic organizations. For more information on how to become a Partner for the arts at Southern Miss, visit online at www.usm.edu/partners-arts or call 601.266.5922. The 3-D Art Studio The University of Southern Mississippi offers a Sculpture Program with Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree for its sculpture students. Creative problem solving in three-dimensional design is a primary emphasis. The artist/student must learn to be proficient in a wide range of materials and techniques. Concurrently, the student must endeavor to invent and build a unique language as an expressive tool for art creation. The Southern Sculpture Program offers some impressive physical facilities at its Structural Steel Services 3D Arts Building, which was opened in the fall of 2003. In 2006, USM unveiled one of the largest
university-run cupolas in the country. In addition, students can work in the ceramics lab, metal shop, and foundry with a state of the art wood shop, plaster working room, 3D studio, small machine shop, kiln shed, and the Price sculpture studio. The 3D Arts Building also has a window-lined critique/exhibition space with clear visibility from the pedestrian and auto traffic. Southern Miss has one of the largest universityrun iron pouring cupolas in the United States. A cupola, also called a blast furnace, is a furnace that is capable of reaching the 2802°F temperature required to melt iron. The Southern Miss cupola has a 32” id and can tap out 1,500 pounds of molten iron with each tap. At recent iron pours, over 8,500 lbs of iron was poured. The cupola sits behind the 3D Arts Building on West 4th Street in Hattiesburg, MS; it has a 35’ tall stack and a three story super structure complete with electricity and a one-ton electric hoist system to bring consumables to the third floor for “feeding” the furnace. The sculpture studio also has a fully electric two-ton bridge crane indoors where the molds are place for casting. In addition there is also a 24” id furnace and 18” portable furnace that has traveled to a number of venues for public iron-casting demonstrations. Here’s Hattiesburg! 173
William Carey University CAREY DINNER THEATRE
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arey Dinner Theatre, Mississippi’s unique dinner theatre performed two musicals in June and July for its 38th season. The audience is served dinner by the actors and crew who always put on a quality show. Reservations are a must and information can be obtained by calling 601-318-6221. Admission includes a buffet meal, program book, and show. People interested in becoming CDT Patrons receive special privileges including invitation to the annual Patrons Party and early box office access. To be added to the mailing list, to receive contributor information, and to receive more detailed information call 601-318-6218. In 1975, O. L. Quave, then chair of the department of theatre and communication at Carey, and the faculty wanted to give their young performers a professional, yet educationally sound, opportunity to express their talents in a unique format. There was also a desire to offer the public entertainment that the whole family could enjoy. Out of this need for family fare, CDT was born. Two students, Keith Thompson and Jay Rogers, wrote and composed “It’s Make Believe,” a musical, which was produced in the first season of what was then called Carey Summer Showcase. Thus in 1975, four performers, along with technicians, office personnel, and staff launched one of Mississippi’s most valuable summer traditions. A distinctive feature from the beginning has been that student members serve tables during dinner. Thus, by the time the performances begin, each person in the audience has had some personal contact with a least one member of the company. Selected from auditions held every spring, college students from across the country try out for performing, technical and clerical positions. Over 50 schools, including Vanderbilt, Julliard, Wake Forest, Duke, and Eastman School of Music, as well as a large number of schools from the Deep South, have been represented by members of the CDT company. CDT alumni, such as Phillip Fortenberry and Keith Thompson, can be found on Broadway and most recently in Las Vegas. Fortenberry has served as keyboardist and music 174 Here’s Hattiesburg!
director for severalBroadway shows including “Cats” and “Jesus Christ Superstar”. Obra Quave will again serve as managing director for CDT for the 38th season. Whether it is a contemporary musical revue or an established musical comedy, CDT has offered the public a myriad of wonderful shows. Come enjoy the show and the meal!!! Nutrition for your mind and body! WILLIAM CAREY UNIVERSITY THEATRE William Carey University Theatre has a long tradition of excellence in performance, academics and community outreach. Significant national recognition came when WCU began participating in the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival (KCACTF) in 1995. WCU has performed at the Region IV festival six times since 1995 (six productions from the ten southeastern states that make up the region are selected annually). In 2007, a WCU theatre major received Continued Next Page
a first place award in dramaturgy for her research and work for Carey’s production of “Bad Ax” and in 2010 another theatre student was chosen one of eight in the country for her make-up and hair design for “Dancin’ on the Wind” at the national KCACTF in Washington, D.C. Tim Matheny, a 1995 Carey theatre graduate is the chair of the theatre and communication department. Theatre professor emeritus Obra Quave received the John F. Kennedy Center Gold Medallion of Excellence at the 2005 KCACTF regional festival. The Medallion is a prestigious honor bestowed by the Kennedy Center on rare occasions for excellence in teaching theatre. Carey’s “And David Danced” was one of four productions in the United States invited to the Kennedy Center national festival in Washington, D.C. in 2001. In ACTF design competitions, WCU students have won six national awards at the Kennedy Center and eleven regional prizes. WCU Theatre is the first and only American company to perform at the Annual International Theatre Festival in Bratislava, Slovakia. The department also received the Governor’s Award for Excellence in the Theatre Arts in 2002. In academics, students enjoy a 100% acceptance rate to graduate schools and can be found in professional theatres throughout the country. For forty-three years the theatre has cooperated with Hattiesburg Arts Council in bringing theatre to thousands of children, many whose economic status prevents them from experiencing live theatre. Students and faculty routinely volunteer for philanthropic events. The theatre department began using the newly constructed Joe and Virginia Tatum Theatre in October 2010. The new black box theatre features higher ceilings, which will allow for more lighting and scenic design options, updated lighting and sound equipment, a catwalk for greater safety and a serving line for Carey Dinner Theatre DONNELL HALL THE CENTER FOR STUDY OF THE LIFE AND WORK OF WILLIAM CAREY D.D. (1761 – 1834) The Carey Center, housed in Donnell Hall, is a museum and research facility which houses two exhibit galleries and a research collection of artifacts from and about the British cobbler, botanist, and linguist who is known as the “father of modern missions” for his work in India. The center’s website has received international acclaim. Co-directed by Dr. Myron Noonkester and Dr. Bennie Crockett, the center includes original letters from Carey, his childhood spelling dictionary, rare Indian botanical prints, coins, medals and stamps associated with Carey, and a large collection of Serampore Bibles and other books. The Center opened in Donnell Hall in May 2006. The museum is open Monday through Friday from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. Call 601-318-6738 for more information. LUCILE PARKER ART MUSEUM The Lucile Parker Gallery, located in the Thomas Fine Arts Center, opened on December 4, 1990 and contains four collections: the Lucile Parker Collection, the Dr. Larry H. Day Collection,the Brian Blair Collection and the William Carey Collection.It
was named for Miss Lucile Parker, a Mississippi artist known for her botanical drawings and paintings and her portrait work. Miss Parker founded the art department at William Carey and served as chairperson from 1974 until 1983. Her paintings hang in private and public collections throughout the United States. Her book, “Mississippi Wildflowers,” is widely acclaimed. The Lucile Parker Collection includes 141 artworks by Ms. Parker, as well as a group of 17 works by Marie Hull, which were donated to the university by Miss Parker from her private collection. Many works were given to the university by Miss Parker’s family after her death in 1988. The William Carey Collection of 131 pieces includes watercolors, oils, portraits, and sculptures. The Dr. Larry H. Day Collection consists of nearly 300 wildlife pieces and stamps, prints by Dr. Allen Hughes, and limited edition floral prints by Jeanne Holgate. The Brian Blair Collection is composed of 15 paintings by Lucile Parker and was donated to the university in 2012. Exhibitions of local, state, and nationally known artists are scheduled August through May The gallery is open during the academic year from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, except during holidays and announced closings. It is open at other times by calling 601-318-6192. SARAH ELLEN GILLESPIE MUSEUM OF ART The Sarah Gillespie Collection, considered the most complete collection of art produced by Mississippians in the 20th century, is housed in the Sarah Ellen Gillespie Museum of Art located adjacent to the Smith-Rouse Library. The collection features more than 600 works by Mississippi artists such as Walter Anderson, Kate Freeman Clark, William Hollingsworth, Theora Hamblett, Karl Wolfe, Wyatt Waters and Ethel Wright Mohamed, among many others. These artists and others were not insulated from patterns developing internationally in modern art, as many traveled and studied abroad. However, their work reflects idiosyncratic regionalism. Works record both the media and subject matter that concerned regional artists. The late Sarah Gillespie, a graduate of Sophie Newcomb College, was a lifelong Hattiesburg resident and long-time patron of the arts. The museum is open Monday through Friday from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. except on university holidays and by appointment by calling 601-318-6148. Here’s Hattiesburg! 175
That's A Wrap TV/Film Acting Studio When Tammy Nichols was just starting out,
you had to go to Los Angeles or New York if you wanted to pursue a career in acting. Today, according to Forbes magazine, Louisiana is ranked #1 in film production in the U.S.1! Further, Atlanta, Texas, Nashville, and Mississippi have all seen a dramatic spike in the need for quality actors and production people. This is where That’s a Wrap comes in. Tammy Nichols and her group of quality instructors give budding talent a path to maximize their acting and performing potential. That’s a Wrap offers real-world experience and a nurturing environment. Tammy Nichols, owner of the studio, has worked on the set of Ned and Stacy, Milk Money, Beverly Hills 90210 and others. Scotty Whitehurst (Advanced Adults Coach) has worked professionally in TV & Film since 2008. Lucy Ridge (Adult/Teen/Children Coach) has seven year’s of acting experience and was name Emerging Artist of Promis at the 2012 Southeastern Theatre Conference. Logan Halliburton (Improvisation Coach) has fourteen years of acting experience. This summer Logan will be attending world-famous The Second City acting school in Chicago. Danielle Nichols (Teen/Children Coach) has been in Disney shows, television shows, and movies. Cindy Miller, a student at That’s a Wrap, was excited about being able to be a part of the That’s a Wrap program: “I joined the class and have learned so much in a short time.” Cindy described her coaches as “awesome.” Nancy Easterling described the learning experience at That’s a Wrap like this: “(That’s a Wrap) coaches are unique in the skills they have specialized in” and they give “us a broader spectrum than most studios have.” The course of study covers five major areas of work: Scene Study, Cold Reading, Audition Technique, Improvisation, and Diction. Scene Study
will teach the actor to become a part of the scene by reacting to their fellow actors’ lines and emotions, script action, and sets. Cold Reading will hone your instincts and talents to develop a credible character after picking up a script for the first time, essential for commercials. Audition Techniques teaches the actor to connect with the director and to be confident and prepared. Improvisation is great fun but the teachers use this creative open zone to bring out the best in each person’s improvisational skills. Voice Diction will allow the actor to reach that national audience directors may demand for roles. Even though all the efforts of That’s a Wrap studio are directed towards developing each individual’s acting skills, many of the students experience personal growth that will enhance their social, school, or professional lives for years to come. Rhonda Benedict relayed how her son’s experience at the school has translated into a better school performance when she said, “I have received 2 calls from his teacher recently letting me know his improvements.” That makes sense doesn’t it? As Shakespeare say “The world is a stage,” and being able to exude confidence and poise will yield benefits in every area of you or your child’s life. If you’re an actor looking to develop your skills and take advantage of real world experience, That’s a Wrap studio will give you the skills to take advantage of the exploding film and entertainment markets developing in the Southeast region!
1. (Forbes, March 6, 2014, Forbes,
“Cameras Rolling -- Away From California: State Falls To Fourth In Film Production” forbes.com/sites/dorothypomerantz/2014/03/06/local-film-industry-in-deeptrouble-in-california/
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A Gallery 134 E. Front St. 601.584.6785 • http://plums/giftstore.com Features original art and jewelry by Mississippi and North American contemporary artists and craftsmen. Bridal and gift registries are available as well as gift packages. Open Mon-Fri, 10 am-5:30 pm, Sat 10 am-4 pm
tion of local citizens who are passionate about making art available to all, free, and a part of everyday life. Comprised of artists, business people, tourism officials, and community volunteers, our advisory board includes representatives from the Hattiesburg Arts Council, Historic Hattiesburg Downtown Association, and the art departments at University of Southern Mississippi and William Carey University. The Hattiesburg Alliance for Public Art chose five African-American Military History Museum sculptures for display in Historic Downtown Hatties305 E. 6th St. East 6th Street • USO Building burg. There were over 40 submissions from 12 states 601.450.1942 • www.hattiesburguso.com/uso for the inaugural outdoor sculpture competition/ex This former USO houses memorabilia covering a hibition. The five sculptures were installed in midspan of more than 150 years of African-American March 2015 and will be on display for one year. military service. Beginning with the Buffalo Soldiers of the post civil war era through Iraq, the Museum Hattiesburg Area Historical Society Museum displays photos, medals and exhibits. One of the ex- 723 Main Street, • 601.582.5460 hibits features Jesse L. Brown of Hattiesburg. Jesse www.hahsmuseum.org Brown was America’s first black naval aviator. Open Located in the Hattiesburg Cultural Center, this by request; call 601.583.8624. museum collection consists of materials donated by members and friends. The collection includes city Armed Forces Museum at Camp Shelby directories, high school annuals and composite pic12 miles South of Hattiesburg on tures, uniforms, old photographs, furnishings, houseHwy. 49, 601.558.2757 hold goods, and information on homes, industries, The Armed Forces Museum is housed in a mod- and buildings. Open Monday, Tuesday and Thursday ern facility on Camp Shelby. This Museum houses from 2 to 4:30 pm or by appointment. memorabilia from the Civil War, WWI, WWII, Korea, Vietnam and the Persian Gulf Wars. More than 6,100 Hattiesburg Arts Council items from all branches of the military are displayed. 723 Main Street, • 601.583.6005 The Armed Forces Museum also has a great selec- The Hattiesburg Arts Council sponsors monthly dytion of tanks, armored vehicles and even a helicopter namic art exhibits at the Hattiesburg Cultural Cenoutside. ter, City Hall main lobby, Art Outreach on Front and Gift shop is open during Museum hours. Free ad- WDAM television station. The Arts council also hosts mission. A donations box is placed at the end of the the Brown Bag Lunch and Concert Series, special tour and the Museum does appreciate the money that event performances, annual Brian Blair Tribute event, is given to support their wonderful facility. Open Tue- Emerging Artist and Pine Belt area High school exSat 9 am - 4:30 pm Closed Sun & Mon. hibits, the annual amateur photo competition, free smART space afterschool classes for children at the Downtown Art Walk CE Roy Community center as well as hands-on smART The Downtown Gallery Walk is an “open house” night space art activities for children at our downtown art for the downtown galleries. The event, free and open walks, Live @ 5 and the Mobile Renaissance festival. to the public, has revitalized Hattiesburg’s downtown The HAC and Hattiesburg Alliance for Public Art art scene since it began ten years ago. The gallery have launched 24 Little Free Libraries designed by tour serves as an ongoing artistic showcase that at- local artists placed in public spaces in Hattiesburg. tracts Hattiesburg’s artists and arts patrons alike. (more information in this section) Starting in the fall An important factor in the vitality of art in Hatties- of 2015 HAC will begin their Art Outreach on Front burg has been the distinctive personality of each of artist-in-residence program with six professional artthe downtown galleries. Patrons have come to rely on ists to acquire 2 month open studio and storefront the downtown galleries to exhibit all forms of artistic gallery space at the HAC Outreach on Front located expression. Exhibit visitors will find work that ranges at 207 E. Front Street in the America Building downfrom traditional painting to fold art, from fine arts to town. HAC also offers an art instruction course at sculpture. Among the galleries open for Downtown this America Building every Saturday from 12-3pm. Gallery Walk are the Hattiesburg Arts Council at the The Arts Council is located in the Hattiesburg CulHattiesburg Cultural Center, A Gallery, Kress Gallery, tural Center on the corner of Main St. and Jackson in RE Gallery of Art, and Upper Level Gallery. Call 601- Historic Downtown Hattiesburg. For more information 583-6005 for more information. visit their website at www.HattiesburgArtsCouncil. org. Hattiesburg Alliance for Public Art Founded in memory of art patron Mary Dixon Mon- Hattiesburg Cultural Center Gallery tague, the Hattiesburg Alliance for Public Art was 723 Main St. • 601.583.6005 formed in 2014 to place and promote art in public Located in the Hattiesburg Cultural Center, this galspaces. The Alliances has co-sponsored the Little lery features a permanent collection of works by notFree Libraries program with the Hattiesburg Arts ed Mississippi artists including Walter Anderson, MarCouncil. shall Bouldin, Bill Dunlap, Marie Hull, Ed McGowin, The Hattiesburg Alliance for Public Art is a coaliContinued Next Page 178 Here’s Hattiesburg!
Theora Hamlett, George Thurmond, Amy Giust and Library of Hattiesburg others. The HAC Gallery presents periodic special ex- 329 Hardy St., Hattiesburg • 601.582.4461 hibits as well. Open 10 am - 3 pm Mon-Fri www.hattlibrary.com Recipient of the 1996 Governor’s Award for the DeKress Gallery sign of Public Space and featured in Southern Living; 500 Main Street (Kress Building) The Kress Gallery showcases the work of the members the Library is home to a unique, circular 167-foot colof South Mississippi Art Association. Exhibits change orful mural with historical and contemporary images periodically and are on view 24-hours a day in the of South Mississippi. Titled The Spirit that Builds, the mural was painted on sandblasted stainless steel by front windows. internationally renowned artist William Baggett. OthLamar County Museum er varying exhibits also are on display. Open MonNext to the Lamar County Library, Shelby Speights, Thurs, 8 am-8 pm, Fri-Sat, 10 am-4 pm. Purvis The museum contains many items about Lamar County from its founding to the present day. The Mu- Lucile Parker Art Museum (WCU) seum also features a collection of farm implements 498 Tuscan Avenue www.wmcarey.edu/AboutWCU/GalleriesandCollecand war memorabilia. Those wishing to tour the museum can call George tions/855/LucilleParkerGallery.shtm Stevens at 601-270-7525 or Betty Stevens at 601- Hours: 1:00-4:00 pm, Mon-Fri during the academic 794-8717 to schedule an appointment. If you are vis- year and by appointment during the summer. Call iting from out of town, please call well in advance so 601.318.6192 to schedule a visit at other times. that we can schedule someone to be at the museum University of Southern Mississippi while you are in town. USM Museum of Art Landrum Country Homestead & Village Museum Hours 10am-5 pm Tues-Fri; 10am1356 Hwy. 15 South, Exit 96B, Laurel. 4.5 miles on the left. • 601.649.2546 • www.landrumscountry.com 4 pm Sat. Admission is always free! For info, call Landrum Country Homestead & Village was fea- 601.266.5200. tured in Southern Living magazine a short time ago. The Village is a re-creation of a late 1800’s settle- Westside Studio ment, including general store, cabins, Indian village, Located in the Newpointe Shopping Center Gem mining and watermill Gristmill. Open Mon-Sat 601.579.WEST (9378) Featuring work from many from 9 am-5 pm. There is an admission charge to artists in many different art mediums. Westside also the Homestead. Call 601.649.2546 or visit www.lan- offers art instruction. Call for hours. drums.com. William Carey University Lauren Rogers Museum of Art Donnell Hall Call 601.318.6116 or 601.318.6164 for 5th Ave. at 7th St., Laurel • 601.649.6374 more information. http://lrma.org This world-class museum is noted for its collection Degrummond Children's Literature Museum of English Georgian Silver, an extensive collection of Japanese Ukiyo-e woodblock prints, and one of the At The University of Southern Mississippi finest collections of Native American baskets in the Phone: 601.266.4349 world. Collections include European and American Visit the home of Curious George. This premier colpaintings, drawings and prints of 19th and 20th cen- lection features more than 65,000 children's books, tury landscape and figurative motifs. Hours: Tues- as well as, original work from more than 1,200 chilSat from 10 am-4:45 pm, Sunday from 1 pm-4 pm. dren's authors and illustrators. Open Monday thru Friday, 8am to 5pm. Admission is free. Closed on Mon and major holidays. Free admission.
Libraries
LAMAR COUNTY LIBRARY Purvis Public Library (Headquarters)
PO Box 289, 122 Shelby Speights, Purvis, MS 39475 • 601-794-8768 9am-6 pm (M-W, F) • 10 am-7 pm (Thurs) Closed Saturday & Sunday
Lumberton Public Library
106 Main St., Lumberton, MS 39455 601-796-4227 9 am-6 pm (M-F) • 9 am-12 pm (Sat)
Oak Grove Public Library
Old Hwy. 11, Oak Grove 39402 601.296.1704 9 am-6 pm (M, W, F) 10 am-7 pm (T, Th) 9 am-12 pm (Sat)
Sumrall Public Library (L.R. Boyer Memorial Library)
PO Box 327, 103 Poplar, Sumrall, MS 39482 601-758-4711 8 am-5 pm (M, W, F) • 8 am-6 pm (Tues) Closed Saturday & Sunday
THE LIBRARY OF HATTIESBURG, PETAL & FORREST COUNTY Main Library
UNIVERSITY/COLLEGE LIBRARIES Southern Miss-Cook Library USM Campus, Hattiesburg, MS 39401 601-266-4241 Mon-Thur, 7:30 am to 12 Midnight; Fri 7:30 am-6 pm; Saturday 9 am-6 pm; Sun 12 Noon-12 Midnight.
Southern Miss-McCain Library & Archives USM Campus, Hattiesburg, MS 39401, 601-266-4345 • Open 8-5
Southern Miss-Gunn Materials Center
329 Hardy Street, Hattiesburg, MS 39401 601-582-4461 Telephone (TDD available) • 601-582-5338 Fax Mon. - Thurs. 8 am-8 pm • Fri. & Sat. 10 am-4 pm
601-266-4561
Petal Library
William Carey University, Hattiesburg, MS 601-518-6169 Regular Trimester Hours: Mon-Thur: 8 am-10 pm, Fri 8 am-5 pm, Sat 10 am-5 pm, Sun 1 pm-5 pm
714 South Main Street, Petal, MS 39465 601-584-7610 Telephone • 601-582-0176 Fax Mon-Fri 9 am to 6 pm • Sat 9 am to 1 pm
Southern Miss-Music Library 601-266-5308
William Carey University Library
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he Hattiesburg Arts Council and the Hattiesburg Alliance for Public Art has taken a proactive approach to bringing art in the Hattiesburg area with their adoption of the Little Free Libraries (LFL). In its most basic form, a Little Free Library is a box full of books where anyone may stop by and pick up a book and bring back another book to share—a peer to peer sharing library. The Little Free Libraries, also referred to as community book exchanges, book trading posts, pop-up libraries, will offer free books, which housed in small sheltered containers placed strategically throughout the area. The actual structures will be built by artists, artisans, carpenters, and sculptors and will bring artistically inspired creations to areas around the city. The Little Free Libraries movement originally started in 2009 by Todd Bol of Hudson Wisconsin. What began as a tribute to his mother, a teacher who loved reading, has spread across the nation and has even gone global. According to the Little Free Libraries (LFL) web site, http://littlefreelibrary.org/, there are over 15,000 LFL’s as of “January of 2014.” Their key strategy is: “Promotion of reading for children, literacy for adults and libraries around the world.” Please help support this movement by sponsoring a LFL or by using the LFL or by bringing books. The opportunity for building community through literature and art through the Little Free Libraries is real and pertinent to everyone who lives here. For more information, go to HattiesburgArtsCouncil.org today!
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Hattiesburg Alliance for Public Art F
ounded in memory of art patron Mary Dixon Montague, the Hattiesburg Alliance for Public Art was formed in 2014 to place and promote art in public spaces. The Hattiesburg Alliance for Public Art chose five sculptures for display in Historic Downtown Hattiesburg. There were over 40 submissions from 12 states for the inaugural outdoor sculpture competition/exhibition. The five sculptures were installed in mid-March 2015 and will be on display for a year.
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1. Dugan's Riff by James Davis, a local artist (purchased) 2. The Greatest Sum by Taylor Barnett 3. Astral Projection by Ray Katz 4. Artiglio by Michael Dillon 5. Three Ton One Ton by Skip Van Houten 6. Firehouse by Nathan Pierce 7. Precarious C by Isaac Duncan III
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“The Spike that Binds” by Jason Kimes was purchased in 2010 thanks to the generosity of the Hattiesburg Tourism Commission, Hattiesburg Arts Council, and Historic Hattiesburg Downtown Association.
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iabetes and heart disease are serious challenges faced by many Americans across the country; Pearl River is no different. Proper diet and regular exercise are essential elements in fighting and living with these serious diseases.
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velop prediabetes and type 2 diabetes. These risk factors include: age, especially after 45 years of age; being overweight or obese; a family history of diabetes; having an African American, Hispanic/Latino, American Indian, Asian American, or Pacific Islander racial or ethnic background; a history of diabetes while pregnant (gestational diabetes) or having given birth to a baby weighing nine pounds or more; and being physically active less than three times a week. If you do have prediabetes, research shows that doing just two things can help you prevent or delay type 2 diabetes: Lose 5% to 7% of your body weight, which would be 10 to 14 pounds for a 200-pound person; and get at least 150 minutes each week of physical activity, such as brisk walking.
Diabetes is a disease in which blood glucose levels are above normal. Most of the food we eat is turned into glucose, or sugar, for our bodies to use for energy. The pancreas, an organ that lies near the stomach, makes a hormone called insulin to help glucose get into the cells of our bodies. When you have diabetes, your body either doesn’t make enough insulin or can’t use its own insulin as well as it should. This causes sugar to build up in your blood. Diabetes can cause serious health complications including heart disease, blindness, kidney failure, and Populations at risk lower-extremity amputations. Diabetes is the seventh Given the typical American diet and lack of exercise, we are all at risk for developing diabetes. However, there leading cause of death in the United States. are some groups with a higher disposition towards developing diabetes. African Americans, Hispanic/Latino Prediabetes A person with prediabetes has a blood sugar level Americans, American Indians, Asian Americans, and higher than normal, but not high enough for a diagnosis Pacific Islander Americans are at particularly high risk of diabetes. He or she is at higher risk for developing type for type 2 diabetes. Diabetes can indeed “run in families,” 2 diabetes and other serious health problems, including meaning that heredity often makes someone more likely heart disease, and stroke. Without lifestyle changes to to develop diabetes. Higher percentages of men have improve their health, 15% to 30% of people with predia- diabetes (13% of men & 11% of women). As we age, our risk for developing diabetes increases. More than onebetes will develop type 2 diabetes within five years. A person with certain risk factors is more likely to de- third of all cases of diagnosed diabetes occur in people aged 65 years or older.
Fighting the disease Diet Eat smaller portions. Learn what a serving size is for different foods and how many servings you need in a meal. Eat less fat. Choose fewer high-fat foods and use less fat for cooking. You especially want to limit foods that are high in saturated fats or trans fat, such as: • Fatty cuts of meat. • Fried Foods. • Whole milk and dairy products made from whole milk. • Cakes, candy, cookies, crackers, and pies. • Salad dressings. • Lard, shortening, stick margarine, and nondairy creamers. Eat More of: Continued Next Page
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Eat more fiber by eating more whole-grain foods. Whole grains can be found in: • Breakfast cereals made with 100% whole grains. • Oatmeal. • Whole grain rice. • Whole-wheat bread, bagels, pita bread, and tortillas. Eat a variety of fruits and vegetables every day. Choose fresh, frozen, canned, or dried fruit and 100% fruit juices most of the time. Eat plenty of veggies like these: • Dark green veggies (e.g., broccoli, spinach, Brussels sprouts). • Orange veggies (e.g., carrots, sweet potatoes, pumpkin, winter squash). • Beans and peas (e.g., black beans, garbanzo beans, kidney beans, pinto beans,split peas, lentils).
Experts recommend moderate-intensity physical activity for at least 30 minutes on 5 or more days of the week. Some examples of moderate-intensity physical activity are walking briskly, mowing the lawn, dancing, swimming, or bicycling. If you are not accustomed to physical activity, you may want to start with a little exercise, and work your way up. As you become stronger, you can add a few extra minutes to your physical activity. Do some physical activity every day. It’s better to walk 10 or 20 minutes each day than one hour once a week. Talk to your health care provider about a safe exercise plan. He/she may check your heart and your feet to be sure you have no special problems. If you have high blood pressure, eye, or foot problems, you may need to avoid some kinds of exercise. Eat less: Eat fewer foods that are high in sugar, such as: • Fruit-flavored drinks. • Sodas. • Sweet Tea or Coffee (sweetened with sugar). Use less salt in cooking and at the table. Eat fewer foods that are high in salt, such as: • Canned and package soups. • Canned vegetables. • Pickles. • Processed meats.
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Physical activity can help you control your blood glucose, weight, and blood pressure, as well as raise your “good” cholesterol and lower your “bad” cholesterol. It can also help prevent heart and blood flow problems, reducing your risk of heart disease and nerve damage, which are often problems for people with diabetes. Here’s Hattiesburg! 185
Wesley Medical Center T
he medical professionals at Wesley Medical Center know you have a choice when it comes to your healthcare, which is why they work tirelessly everyday to provide their patients with the utmost in quality care and compassion. At Wesley, a commitment to excellence in advanced technology, cutting edge medical services, compassionate care, a beautiful campus environment, countless wellness opportunities and health education is the standard. At Wesley Medical Center, you’ll find the care and treatment you need for all the situations of your life— from a broken bone to a robotic-assisted surgery. You’ll find a family of professional caregivers that is not only committed to providing you with the right care but also with giving the compassion and comfort you deserve. So, from the most complex procedures to the most common, make the right choice for your life and your health—choose Wesley. Emergency Care Emergency medicine is about three things: compassion, skilled care and speed. You’ll find these at 186 Here’s Hattiesburg!
Wesley Medical Center. Our ER is the only one in the area with Chest Pain Center and Heart Failure Accreditation, and Wesley offers the area’s only 45-Minute or Less Service Pledge. Wesley Medical Center has been granted full Chest Pain Center accreditation by The Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care – a designation held by only 12 percent of hospitals in the United States. In addition, Wesley was the first hospital in south Mississippi to be awarded Heart Failure Accreditation. “These designations mean that any patient who comes to Wesley Medical Center experiencing chest pain can be confident he or she is receiving care that meets or exceeds the highest national standards,” said Mike Neuendorf, CEO for Wesley Medical Center. Our 45-Minute or Less Service Pledge ensures that a physician or nurse practitioner will work diligently to have our patients initially seen within 45 minutes of their noted arrival. Continued Next Page
Recognizing that seniors have specific needs, Wesley Medical Center has also introduced a unique emergency room designed just for older adults. Our Senior Track emergency care is tailored to make emergency room visits as comfortable as possible. The time to choose a hospital is before you are faced with an emergency. Our entire team is committed to providing fast, compassionate care when you need it most. Robotic-Assisted Surgery Wesley Medical Center introduced da Vinci surgery to the Pine Belt in 2007 and remains committed to being the leader in robotic-assisted surgery for the area. In 2011, their upgrade to the newest da Vinci Si Surgical System enabled physicians to take a minimally invasive approach for even more complex surgical procedures and made single-incision surgery an option for specially trained physicians. In 2012, the first single-incision gall bladder removal surgery in south Mississippi was performed at Wesley. Dr. Wesley Girod, a general surgeon with Southern Surgery and Urology Center, completed the surgery using only a single, inch-long incision camouflaged by the belly button. Wesley Medical Center is one of only a small percentage of hospitals nationwide to offer single-incision da Vinci surgery. The da Vinci Si Surgical System integrates robotic technology to virtually extend the surgeon’s eyes and hands. Using the system, the surgeon operates while seated at a console viewing a 3-D image of the surgical area. The system mimics the surgeon’s hand movements in real time, on a smaller scale, within the operating site in the patient’s body. Wesley Medical Center’s team of da Vinci Si Surgical System trained physicians includes Dr. Andrea Carter, Dr. Lee Drake, Dr. Wesley Girod, Dr. Charles Moore, Dr. Bill Pace and Dr. Joseph Washburne. “Patients are traveling great distances to take advantage of the minimally invasive da Vinci surgical options at Wesley and providing patients the benefits of such a dramatically different surgical experience is something we’re very proud to have accomplished,” said Neuendorf. “Da Vinci technology means that we’re able to meet our ultimate goal of getting patients returned to health and back to their lives faster.”
to the Pinebelt community. The Institute for Wellness and Sports Medicine (IWSM), located on the Wesley campus, is full-service fitness facility offering fitness classes, cardio equipment, weight training, full-court basketball, racquetball, swimming, biking, nutrition assistance and dance classes. IWSM is connected to the hospital so that patients can easily transition to their daily workouts or rehabilitation sessions. IWSM is open to the public and has several membership options. Wesley also reaches out to the community through health education, health screenings and health fairs. For a tour of the facility call 601-268-5010. Wesley’s health educators teach CPR training, babysitting courses and birthing classes along with providing screenings such as blood pressure, bone density and stress levels. For more information on available classes or upcoming health fairs, call 601-268-5056.
Campus Environment At Wesley Medical Center we recognize that a typical hospital environment can give patients and their families great apprehension, which is why we are always working on upgrades and services to make their time in our hospital and on our campus very pleasant. We have completed the last phase of room renovations throughout the hospital, which focused on improved aesthetics and comfort for patients and their families. The boutique atmosphere provides easy access to medical offices, a walking track, dining options, test and treatment areas, and comfortable waiting areas. With nearly 250 physicians on staff, Wesley offers state-of-the-art technologies, dedicated employees and specialized services while always employing its Wellness and Health Education mission of Loving God, Serving Others, Excelling in Wesley Medical Center offers a unique wellness aspect Healthcare. Cutting Edge Medical Services In addition to acute and intensive care services, Wesley Medical Center offers complete cardiac care, 24-hour emergency services, pediatric and neonatal intensive care, the Institute for Wellness and Sports Medicine, rehabilitation services, the Hip and Knee Surgery Center, Work Well (occupational health services), 24-bed sub-acute Transitional Care Unit, obstetrics, general surgery, ear, nose and throat surgery, endoscopic surgery, lithotripsy, gynecological surgery, Women’s Services, The Birth Center, Urological Services, Senior Circle, Home Health Services, neurosurgery, gastroenterology services, radiology, outpatient surgery and VA Clinic.
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WESLEY MEDICAL CENTER CAMPUS
1. Green Eye Institute 2. The Urology Center 3. Southern Neurology Center 4. Dermatology Clinic of Hattiesburg 5. Pain Treatment Center 6. The Medical Group of Hattiesburg 7. Hematology & Oncology Clinic 8. Inspirations -Interventional Spine & Sports Institute -Neurology Associates 9. Wesley Medical Center-Emergency Services 10. Wesley Medical Center-Main Entrance & Patient Registration 11. Cafeteria & Evergreen Room 12. Wesley Tower A -Audiology & EEG (1st Floor) -Endoscopy (1st Floor) -Rehabilitation Services (2nd Floor) -Birth Center (3rd Floor) -Transitional Care Unit (4th Floor) 13. Towers Entrance & Information Desk 14. Wesley Tower B -Customer Service, Senior Circle, Volunteers (1s Floor) -Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery at Wesley (1st Floor) -Subway Sandwich Shop (1st Floor) -Wound Care at Wesley (1st Floor) -Children’s Medical Group (2nd Floor) -Birth Center Classes (3rd Floor) -Women’s Pavilion Annex (3rd Floor) -Premier Orthopaedics (4th Floor) 15. William K. Ray Institute for Wellness and Sports Medicine (IWSM) 16. Wesley Medical Center Human Resources and Education Offices
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17. Behavioral Healthcare Center -Employee Assistance Program 18. VA Clinic -WorkWell Clinic 19. Wesley Home Care -Wesley Physician Services 20. HubSouth Medical Clinic -HeartCare of Southern Mississippi 21. Hattiesburg Eye Clinic Cataract Surgery Center 22. Hattiesburg Eye Clinic 23. Hattiesburg Clinic- West, Arthritis Center West 24. Family Practice Clinic/After Hours Clinic 25. Galloway Building -Asthma and Allergy Clinic -Pediatric Dentistry 26. E.N.T. & Facial Plastic Surgery 27. Plastic Surgery Center of Hattiesburg 28. Wesley Medical Plaza -South Mississippi Surgery Center (1st Floor) -Eden MediSpa & Laser Center (2nd Floor) -Women’s Center at Wesley Plaza (2nd Floor) -Women’s Pavilion of South Mississippi (3rd Floor) 29. Total Foot Care Clinic 30. Hattiesburg G.I. Associates/ -Digestive Disease Center of Hattiesburg 31. One Asbury Centre -Asbury Foundation (1st Floor) -HubHealth of South Mississippi (1st Floor) -Wesley Credit Union (1st Floor) -Diabetes Foundation (2nd Floor) 32. Creative Kids 33. Provision Living
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orrest General: Providing Positive Experiences by showing “We C.A.R.E.” Forrest General understands that the Forrest General Experience begins from the moment patients plan to come to our campus and that the experience extends not only to patients but to family, friends, visitors, physicians, employees and the community at large. Forrest General has embraced a philosophy and commitment to C.A.R.E., by every employee, for every patient, every time. The “We C.A.R.E.” philosophy is designed to create a positive Forrest General patient experience, whereby employees focus on providing C.A.R.E.ing moments in their daily work. We C.A.R.E. stands for: C: Communicate with Compassion and Courtesy A: Acknowledge and take Action R: Respect and Reassure the patient E: Empathize and Explain what is taking place Forrest General is the flagship hospital for Forrest Health and is a 512-bed facility located in Hattiesburg providing regional health services to a 19-county area. Accredited by Det Norske Veritas (DNV) Healthcare, Inc., Forrest General provides excellence in health care through a wide range of nationally recognized servicContinued Next Page
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es including: Cancer Center, Emergency and Trauma Services, Heart and Vascular Services, Home Care and Hospice, Hospitalist and Intensivist Programs, Neuroscience and Orthopedic Services including The Orthopedic Institute, Pine Grove Behavioral Health and Addiction Services, Surgical Services, Oncology Services, Wound Healing Center, and Women and Children’s Services, including The Family Birthplace, a state of the art family-centered NICU, pediatric care and the new Women’s Surgery Center. Since 1952, Forrest General Hospital has been a leader in medical excellence in South Mississippi. In 2011, the hospital became the flagship hospital of Forrest Health -- a network of hospitals in South Mississippi. Forrest Health includes Forrest General in Hattiesburg, Highland Community Hospital in Picayune, Jefferson Davis Community Hospital in Prentiss, Marion General Hospital in Columbia, Walthall General Hospital in Tylertown and The Orthopedic
Institute in Hattiesburg. Trauma Center and Stroke Care Center Forrest General's skilled and dedicated physicians and medical staff are the driving force ensuring quality services provided by experienced and caring staff. As south Mississippi's only Level 2 Trauma Center, Forrest General was the first hospital in Mississippi to earn designation as a Trauma Center by the Mississippi Trauma Care System and provides the highest level of around-the-clock emergency coverage in the area. Forrest General’s Stroke Care Center is certified by Det Norske Veritas (DNV) Healthcare, Inc., as an Advanced Primary Stroke Center. Awards and Recognitions Forrest General has received numerous awards and recognition including: earning an “A” in the Leapfrog Group’s Fall 2013 Hospital Safety ScoreSM initiative, being named one of the iVantage Health Analytics® 2013 HealthStrong™ Top 100 Hospitals in the country, receiving the American College of Cardiology Foundation’s NCDR ACTION Registry–GWTG Platinum 190 Here’s Hattiesburg!
Performance Achievement Award for 2013, one of only 197 hospitals nationwide to do so, and the American Heart Association's Mission: Lifeline Silver Quality Achievement Award recognizing outstanding care of STEMI Heart Attack patients. Additional awards and recognition include: the J.D. Power and Associates Distinguished Hospital Program service excellence distinction, acknowledging a strong commitment by the hospital to provide "An Outstanding Cardiovascular Experience" and "An Outstanding Maternity Experience;" and the 2012/2013 Consumer Choice Award by the National Research Corporation, recognizing Forrest General among the nation's hospitals that healthcare consumers have chosen as having the highest quality image in over 300 markets throughout the U.S. Visit forrestgeneral.com to learn more about Forrest General. In addition, Forrest General offers valuable networking opportunities between the community and our organization through social media – Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Blogs. Epic Conversion and Iris Patient Portal Forrest General’s new Epic system was implemented on April 1, 2013 at the main hospital, The Orthopedic Institute and Pine Grove Behavioral Health and Addiction Services. The new Epic system allows Forrest General to integrate its electronic systems across the continuum of ambulatory and acute care. One benefit of this system is the addition of a patient portal called Iris. With Iris patients can access portions of their medical records and engage in certain online communications with their healthcare providers through the Internet. Iris has been available to Hattiesburg Clinic patients since 2011 and is now available to Forrest General patients, as well. For more information on Iris and how you can sign up for an Iris account, call 601579-5432 or visit iris.forrestgeneral.com. FGH OnCall FGH OnCall is a free community medical service allowing callers to speak with registered nurses who have access to a physician-approved database of medical knowledge. Nurses can also assist with physician or service referrals and registration for classes or Spirit of Women events. FGH OnCall is open from 3 – 8 p.m. Monday through Friday and can be reached by calling 1-800-844-4445. Spirit of Women With nearly 8,000 members, Forrest General is south Mississippi’s exclusive Spirit of Women hospital, having achieved premier status by meeting Spirit of Women national standards of excellence in women’s health. Through this program, the hospital joins health care facilities across the country in their mission to Continued Next Page
move women to take action for better health. Spirit of Women hospitals touch the lives of millions of women each year through the presentation of educational events, consumer membership programs, annual conferences, marketing communications and grassroots efforts to improve the health and well-being of women… mind, body and spirit. For more information on Spirit of Women and the programs available, visit forrestgeneral.com or contact FGH OnCall at 1-800-844-4445. Forrest General Healthcare Foundation The Forrest General Healthcare Foundation is the philanthropic arm of Forrest General Hospital. The establishment of the Foundation helps ensure the hospital's vision of C.A.R.E. becomes a reality for the 19 county region this hospital serves. Through fundraising efforts, the Foundation can enhance the quality of health care in the community by influencing both the quality and the timing of projects. The Foundation, in concert with Forrest General Hospital, identifies those funding opportunities/priorities that have the greatest impact on improving patients' quality of care. The Foundation has launched a campaign to raise money to build the Hospice House of South Mississippi. The house will give families a place that offers special comfort, and around-the-clock care for those with a limited life expectancy, focusing on making patients as free of pain and comfortable as possible while improving their quality of life. The Forrest General Healthcare Foundation is a 501(c)3 designated foundation, meaning that all donations are considered tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law. Donations may be designated by donors for a specific project or purpose or may be given toward the general achievement of the Foundation's goals. For more information on the Foundation's goals and other projects, call 601-2884396. Family Medicine Residency Program The Accreditation Committee for Graduate Medical Education, the governing body for accredited medical residencies in the United States, has approved the accreditation of the new Family Medicine Residency Program at Forrest General. The program plans to start its first class of graduate physicians on July 1, 2014. When the program is fully populated, 18 graduate physicians will be training in the program, with rotations in internal medicine, emergency medicine, surgery, pediatrics, OB-GYN, and many medical subspecialties including cardiology, gastroenterology, and pulmonary medicine. During their three year residency, the physicians will also accept and see patients under faculty supervision at the residency-run Family Medicine Center, which will be located within the main Hattiesburg Clinic on 28th Avenue, adjacent to the hospital. It is hoped that upon completion of their residency, many of the physicians will choose to stay in Hattiesburg and the surrounding communities to help alleviate the current and future primary care physician
shortage. For more information, please contact the Forrest General Family Medicine Program at 601-2884305 or visit www.fghfamilymedicine.com. The Orthopedic Institute The Orthopedic Institute offers inpatient and outpatient orthopedic care in one location. Patients of The Orthopedic Institute have the opportunity to recover in a facility equipped to care especially for orthopedic patients and their unique needs. Located at 27 Southern Pointe Parkway on Veterans Memorial Drive in Hattiesburg, The Orthopedic Institute brings the most advanced care in orthopedic surgery to the area and beyond. As the ONLY freestanding orthopedic hospital in the region, the facility is designed specifically with the orthopedic patient’s needs in mind, including… Larger patient rooms for maneuvering equipment like wheelchairs and walkers Dedicated orthopedic operating rooms built and designed just for orthopedic patients and surgeons; Modern amenities such as the beaut fully designed waiting area and full-service cafeteria; The latest technology, lab, diagnostic imaging services and rehabilitative therapies; and The convenience of inpatient and outpatient care located in one building. For more information about The Orthopedic Institute or for a physician referral, call FGH OnCall at 1-800-844-4445. Heart and Vascular Center Thanks to a partnership between Forrest General and Hattiesburg Clinic’s Cardiologists, Cardiovascular Surgeons, Vascular and Thoracic Surgeons, Hattiesburg will soon be home to Hattiesburg Clinic’s Heart and Vascular Center, located on Forrest General’s campus. It will feature physicians offering more than 250 years of combined experience. The future Heart and Vascular Center will combine state-of-the-art technology with compassionate care in a comfortable environment. For more information about Forrest General, call FGH OnCall at 1-800-844-4445 between the hours of 3 – 8 p.m., Monday through Friday, or visit forrestgeneral.com.
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Hattiesburg Clinic
attiesburg Clinic celebrated 50 years of service to the community on May 1, 2013. The clinic was established when 10 physicians partnered with a mission to focus on excellence and service to the patient. Fifty years later, the clinic has developed into what is now the state’s largest privately owned multispecialty outpatient facility. While the clinic has grown to over 300 physicians and providers, caring for patients in more than 18 counties in South Mississippi, its mission has remained the same. Today, Hattiesburg Clinic provides services in over 45 specialties, including 17 family medicine clinics, two pediatric clinics, four immediate care facilities, 16 dialysis units, five physical therapy sites, three optical shops and one drug store. Hattiesburg Clinic continues to integrate new technology to enhance the patient experience. New advancements include Welcome, a self-service kiosk that allows patients to electronically check-in, update contact information, verify information and pay on account balances. This service is currently available at three Hattiesburg Clinic locations. Additionally, the Open Bore MAGNETOM Aera 1.5T MRI is now available at Hattiesburg Clinic Imaging. This new and improved MRI includes a wide and open bore design that offers a more spacious exam for patients. This year, Hattiesburg Clinic plans to add over 12 physicians and complete the construction of facilities for Lake Serene Clinic at Bellevue and The Children’s Clinic on Lincoln Road. For more information about Hattiesburg Clinic and the services we offer, visit www.hattiesburgclinic.com.
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Wesley Primary Care “Caring for patients as if they were family.” Wesley Primary Care offers compassionate, quality care for patients of all ages. They know that choosing a doctor for your family means finding someone you can trust for everyone in your household. That’s why at Wesley Primary Care, they have board certified physicians and primary care providers in areas of family medicine, internal medicine and pediatrics. Providing comprehensive care that everyone in your family deserves, the physicians of Wesley Primary Care are trained to help you maintain good health and wellness. Wesley Primary Care has six convenient locations: Leakesville, Oak Grove, Petal, Sumrall, Walthall and Wiggins. To find out more information on Wesley Primary Care providers, visit WesleyPrimaryCare.com.
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The Family Practice/After Hours Clinic
The Family Practice/After Hours Clinic, located on the Wesley Medical Center campus, caters to the medical needs of seniors and busy families alike seven days a week. Whether you need care early in the morning, late in the evening or on weekends, they are there to help. Walk-in care is always available and with a full-service x-ray and lab onsite, immediate turnaround is available on most lab results. They also offer Internet options such as Online Messaging, Appointment requests and Prescription Refill requests. Take a look at their web site at www.fpahc.com for more info. Drs. Wayne Hughes, Michael M a y, Te r r y L o w e , S t e p h e n Lambert, Chad Diamond, Melanie Lindsey, Jason Lindsey, and Nurse Practitioner Kevin Clearman, are some of the most highly respected healthcare providers in the Hattiesburg area. They have a long-standing tradition for treating their patients as family.
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Women’s Pavilion of South Mississippi
The physicians of Women’s Pavilion of South Mississippi have had the privilege of serving the women of the Hattiesburg area for thirty years. We pride ourselves on our professional, personal, and caring approach to each of our patients. Women’s Pavilion is committed to bringing the latest technology and medical advancements into our practice to serve the Pine Belt’s needs. It is our pleasure to provide our patients with comprehensive medical care to help maintain and improve their health. Whether you are in of need gynecological services, such as treatment of pelvic pain, ovarian cyst, infertility, endometriosis, hormonal replacement therapy, or your annual pelvic and breast exam, or if you are pregnant and in need of obstetrical services such as prenatal care and delivery, Women’s Pavilion of South Mississippi will be with you every step of the way providing the cutting edge, proven expert care you deserve. Women’s Pavilion is here for you today and will be here for your daughters and granddaughters tomorrow.
Southern Neurological & Spinal Institute
Southern Neurological & Spinal Institute specializes in disorders of the spine. The spine is at the center of a delicately balanced system that controls all of the body’s movements. Bones, muscles, ligaments, tendons and nerves work together to balance and bear the weight of the body. Any damage to any one of these components of your back’s structure can upset this fragile balance and make movement not only painful, but also difficult and even seemingly, impossible. Southern Neurological & Spinal Institute treats disorders of the entire spine including the neck to the tailbone. The Southern Neurological & Spinal Institute treats everything from back strains to spinal fractures to arthritis to herniated disks and even scoliosis. Here’s Hattiesburg! 195
Hattiesburg G.I. Associates Hattiesburg G.I. Associates, PLLC is conveniently located in the beautiful new Wesley Medical Park right across from Turtle Creek Mall. Their board certified physicians, H. Creed Fox, M.D., C. Troy Morrissette, M.D., Stephen E. Buckley, M.D., William Farmer, D.O. and Nurse Practitioner, Susan Wallace, C.F.N.P. pride themselves in providing expert care in gastroenterology and hepatology in a comfortable environment. Their practice specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of digestive diseases of the esophagus, stomach, small and large intestines, rectum, liver, pancreas and biliary system. Some of the many gastrointestinal diseases treated are Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), gallstones, reflux disease, hepatitis, hemorrhoids, inflammatory bowel disease, Crohn’s Disease, ulcerative colitis, colonic polyps and Diverticulitis. The staff of Hattiesburg G.I. Associates understands the stress and anxiety that gastrointestinal illness can cause in patients, and therefore strive to provide an atmosphere of privacy and confidentiality. The Digestive Diseases Center (DDC) is located in the same building and offers a comfortable waiting area. Outpatient testing does not require long waits, but instead, the friendly staff works hard to minimize wait time to keep patient anxiety levels low.
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The DDC offers the best state-of-the-art equipment in endoscopic procedures. Some of the medical services offered by the DDC are esophageal PH (Bravo) studies, consultative gastroenterology and hepatology services, EGD (upper endoscopy), flexible sigmoidoscopy, colonoscopy (lower endoscopy), and capsule endoscopy (EndoCapsule™). Patients receive caring, individual attention throughout procedures and recover in a monitored area. One of the goals of the Hattiesburg G.I. Associates is to provide education to patients in preventative care. Preventative care is important for patients in detecting early signs of serious conditions. In the United States, cancer of the colon is the fourth most common cancer among men and women. If detected early, it is often curable; therefore colorectal screenings can be lifesaving. The Hattiesburg G.I. Associates’ organized and accessible website offers questions and answers on procedures with links to multimedia tutorials to help patients feel prepared by knowing what to expect. The site also offers educational information on stomach, esophagus, colon, liver, gallbladder and pancreas. Downloadable forms such as registration, patient history and clinic policy are available from the site to help patients save time on their appointment.
Physical Rehabilitation Care Physical Therapy
CARE Physical Therapy is a specialty, private practice dedicated to helping with those tough cases. Whether you are recovering from a surgery or trying to prevent one, CARE Physical Therapy can customize a treatment plan for you. Ask about our aquatic therapy program, cold laser, or Medx® spinal rehabilitation. We offer the most advanced rehabilitation in the region combined with a personal, handson approach. Treatment hours are 6:30 AM until 6:30 PM Monday-Thursday and 6:30 AM until 1:00 PM on Friday. We accept most insurances, Medicare, and worker’s compensation. Call Billy Cochran, PT at 2960199, or stop by our state-of-the-art facility in Oak Grove on 98 Place Blvd.
DENTAL Smile Time Family Dentistry
The professional staff at SmileTime Family Dentistry, headed by Dr. Wendy R. McCurdy, D.D.S., provides a wide range of services in both comprehensive and cosmetic surgery. Preventive care and teeth cleaning, root canals, extraction (including wisdom teeth extraction, dentures, digital X-rays and nitrous oxide (laughing gas) are just some of the procedures/ methods used in our general dentistry care. We also can provide the latest in cosmetic dentistry such as bonding and veneers, one-hour teeth whitening, tooth colored fillings, crowns/bridges as well as implants. New patients and walk-ins are always welcome. Open Mon.-Fri., 8 am – 5 pm.
Pine Belt Dental
Dr. John L. Guillot is a graduate of University of Southern Mississippi and received his DMD degree from the University of Mississippi in Jackson in 1995. While at University of Mississippi Medical College, he was the recipient of several academic and clinical awards. He then attended Louisiana State University’s School of Dentistry Advanced Education in General Dentistry program. During his years in practice, Dr. Guillot has continued his dedication to exceptional comprehensive dentistry by attending advance certification coursework. Because of this, he is able to offer a wide variety of dental services, ranging from general dentistry to the latest in cosmetic and laser dentistry. The newest technological addition to the Pine Belt Dental array of treatments is the E4D; a CAD/CAM
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crown technology. The E4D enables Dr. Guillot to fabricate high quality ceramic crowns in his office, some placed in one appointment. Dr. Guillot, the only certified member of the Academy of Laser Dentistry in the Pine Belt, was the first in Mississippi to offer the comfort and convenience of the VersaWave® Laser for indicated dental procedures. ZOOM! ® Advanced Power Plus light activated and home Professional Teeth-Whitening system, Lumineers cosmetic veneers and Adult Cosmetic Orthodontics are also part of the progressive dental experience at Pine Belt Dental. Pine Belt Dental is conveniently located at Turtle Creek Crossing, behind Bed, Bath and Beyond, to better serve your dental needs. Give Dr. Guillot a call to schedule a consultation or if you would simply like to meet him and his friendly, experienced staff prior to any treatment. They will be happy to assist you in any way possible and look forward to meeting you and your family. Your healthy smile is the top priority of Pine Belt Dental.
Reynolds Family Dental
New patients are always welcome at the Reynolds Family Dental Clinic. Dr. Brad Reynolds, DDS, offers complete dentistry for the entire family. As a former member of the Dental Corps of the U.S. Navy, Dr. Reynolds has the experience of seeing and treating the many conditions that can attack an individual’s dental health throughout the various stages of life. Emergencies are seen promptly and the staff of the Reynolds Family Dental Clinic will always work to provide as pain free a visit as is technologically possible.
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Hattiesburg Oral Surgery Dr. Bennett York has provided oral surgery care to the people of South Mississippi and beyond for approximately 40 years. Brantley P. Nichols, D.M.D. has also joined the staff of the practice of oral & maxillofacial surgery in Hattiesburg a couple years ago. Dr. York is board certified by the American Board of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery and Fellows of the American Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons. Dr. Nichols is board eligible and a member of AAOMS as well. Dr. York has been on staff at both Forrest General Hospital and Wesley Medical Center and taking trauma calls since the beginning of their practice. Dr. Nichols is on staff at Forrest General Hospital and specializes in maxillofacial trauma. The Hattiesburg Oral Surgery staff is comprised of dedicated, caring professionals who are committed to providing the highest quality patient care possible. By providing procedures at the forefront of oral & maxillofacial surgery, Drs. York and Nichols strive to ensure that all patients are afforded an opportunity to receive the appropriate services necessary for their good health. Their highly trained staff consists of 3 RN's: Traci Herrin, Taron Ward and Lauren Hogan, 2 LPN's w/ specialized training: Sheila Tebo and Becky Revoir, surgical assistants: Kaye Entrekin, Richanna
Richardson, Paula Thrash, Jennifer Bilbo, Kelli Lowery, Britney Hawkins, Kristian Burris, Traci Long, Terri Walker, Sara Hartzog and lab manager: Wanda McSwain, clerical manager: Kim Aust, patient relations: Susie Russell, Joanna Chandler, Lauren Palmer, Kim Morgan, insurance:Debbie Little, financial coordinators: Tammy Ezelle and Peggy Thompson, patient accounts: Susan Thompson, Sherri Reid, and Cindi Mullins, accounts payable and human resources: Mandy Runnels. Sandra Odom is the Office Administrator. All doctors and RN's are ACLS certified and all clinical staff is CPR certified. Dr. York & Dr. Nichols offer a wide range of oral & maxillofacial procedures, including but not limited to the following: dental implants (replacement for missing teeth), surgical removal of wisdom teeth (impacted & erupted), extractions, corrective jaw surgery (for jaw deformities), removal of cyst & tumors, jaw reconstruction for dentures, TMJ Disorders, treatment of oral infections, oral pathology, facial trauma & reconstruction, sports related injuries to the mouth & jaw and the use of special IV sedation. You will always be greeted with a smile and the patient will always come first at the Hattiesburg Oral Surgery Clinic, 1421 South 28th Avenue. Give their friendly, caring staff a call for your oral surgery needs at 601.264.7611.
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Dr. Jerry Gilder, D.D.S.
If you are looking for a dentist that you can trust, then Dr. Gilder is the right choice for you. Dr. Gilder’s office is abundant with a team of professionals committed to bringing you the highest level of service supported by state-of-the-art equipment and techniques. Their mission is to provide the best dental care for all of their patients appropriate to their needs. They will strive always to treat their patients as friends who are guests in their homes, which will be treated with courtesy and respect. Dr. Gilder’s office offers a variety of services, which includes Cosmetic Dentistry, General Dentistry, Crown and Bridges, Dental Bonding, Porcelain Veneers, Teeth Whitening, Root Canals, Implant Restorative, Dentures, Partials and TMJ Treatment.
Southern Smiles
The friendly, caring staff at Southern Smiles offers a comfortable, caring environment for their patients. Dr. Jennifer Ingels Hughes, a University of Mississippi School of Dentistry graduate and Hattiesburg native, is proud to offer quality dental care in her hometown. Trained on the latest techniques and procedures, Dr. Hughes and her staff participate in continuing education to stay up-to-date on the latest in dental care. Some of the procedures and therapies Southern Smiles performs are fillings, crowns, bridges, implants, partials, dentures, root canal therapy, treatment of gum disease and extractions. Besides these, Southern Smiles also offers home and in-office whitening and cosmetic restorations. Their goal is to provide excellent dental care with beautiful results.
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DAY CARE (Always investigate day care facilities before you choose one for your child.)
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Angel Academy 6080 US Hwy 49..........601.545.7322 Crayon College 16 Courtland Dr...........601.264.1195 Creative Kids 205 Methodist Hospital Blvd Hattiesburg................601.268.5220 330 Hegwood Rd.........601.268.9293 Early Years Children’s Ctr. 201 S 23rd Ave............601.264.5054 or..................................601.582.8631 Faith Roots Preschool 2184 Old Hwy 24.........601.602.4804 Family YMCA The 3719 Veterans Memorial Dr Hattiesburg................601.583.4000 Family YMCA.Gandy Ctr. 2201 S 28th Avenue Ext .....................................601.268.0808 Grace Community Schools 30 Pioneer Rd S...........601.264.3992 Hawkins Early Headstart Ctr. 526 Forrest St..............601.582.8856 Howard Christian Children Ctr. 410 Southern Ave........601.582.7796 Just Like Home Child Care LLC 13 Johnson Rd.............601.543.0630 Kangaroo Pouch 115 Sandy Run Rd.......601.261.0782 Kid’s Inc/Kids Academy 339 N 25th Ave............601.602.4684 Land Of Make Believe Day Care 11 Shoreline Blvd.........601.264.9977 M & M Learning Factory 30 Town Ctr. Sq...........601.336.6757 Mt. Olive Baptist Church 110 Everett St..............601.582.5136 Myers Childcare 1101 Dabbs St.............601.583.4300 Myers Preschool 412 J C Killingsworth Dr .....................................601.545.9299 N. E. E. D. S. II Child Care Ctr. 166 Old Airport Rd......601.544.5500 Oak Grove Learning Ctr. 2561 Old Highway 24.. 601.264.4609 Over the Rainbow Daycare Ctr. 216 S 21st....................601.543.3080 River Of Life Preschool 6 837 Hwy 98 W.............601.268.0246 Small Miracles Child Dev. Ctr. 609 Southern Ave...............601.583.3569 Southern Kids Academy 38 Lakewood Dr.................601.261.0079
Surehouse Learning Ctr. PURVIS 119 Broadway..............601.583.6900 Yellow Brick Road Day Care Ctr. TJ’s Learner Ctr. 52 E Sunset Dr, Purvis...... 601.794.8842 216 S 21st Ave............601.543.2304 Univ. Of So. Miss. Child Care Ctr. RICHTON 3400 Morningside Dr...601.266.5294 Richton Early Head Start 1301 Ash Ave, Richton… 601.788.5511
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Happy Memories Child Care Ctr. 285 Shattles Loop, Brooklyn...................601.583.0616
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Head Start 504 5th Ave, Lumberton .....................................601.796.3113
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Play School Child Care Ctr. 108 Valley Dr, Petal........... 601.544.4018
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HIGHER EDUCATION RANKINGS
In 2014, Hattiesburg, MS was ranked in the top 10 college towns in the United States. (Livability.com)
CNN Money ranked Pearl River Community College the 20th (there are 1,655 American community colleges) top community college in the country. (CNN Money, “How does your community college stack up?”)
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The University of Southern Mississippi and the City of Hattiesburg earned a No. 24 ranking in a recent list of the “50 Great Affordable College Towns in the U.S.” as chosen by GreatValueColleges.Net. Southern Miss was the only Mississippi college or university to make the list. (Whitney Argenbright, Web Producer, “Southern Miss ranked among top 50 great college towns,” WDAM.com)
In 2014, William Carey University was ranked #1 Best Value for regional universities in the South and #36 for overall quality. (U.S. News & World Report“Education Rankings”)
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The University of Southern Mississippi F
ounded in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi has grown from a small teachers’ college into a comprehensive doctoral and research-driven university that is a haven for the arts with a tradition of success in both academics and athletics. Southern Miss has a diverse student body of approximately 15,000 students from 56 different countries, all 50 states and every corner of Mississippi. We offer undergraduate and graduate degree programs in six degree-granting colleges with more than 180 degree programs. A dual-campus university, Southern Miss serves students on campuses in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, in addition to five teaching and research sites in Mississippi. Characterized by history and tradition, the Hattiesburg campus sits on 300 acres in the heart 204 Here’s Hattiesburg!
of the Pine Belt. More than 180 buildings dot a landscape that has been transformed into a pedestrianfriendly environment for students, employees and visitors. Southern Miss Gulf Coast is comprised of the Gulf Park campus and four teaching and research sites, bringing higher education to the three coastal counties of Mississippi. Affording our students an experience that lasts a lifetime • Offering more than 90 academic majors • Providing support offices for freshmen like the First Year Initiative, Writing Center and Speaking Center • Home to top programs in Mississippi for nursing, education and accounting • Nationally recognized programs in the arts, polymer science and business • Offering study-abroad opportunities in more than 20 countries • Providing meaningful research opportunities for students through the Center for Undergraduate Research • Home to the sixth oldest acceptance-based Honors College in the nation Continued Next Page
Going beyond the boundaries of our campuses to enhance the quality of life in our state • More than 90,000 hours of volunteer service logged by our students last year • Hosting more than 300 arts events each year • Responding to the challenges of a growing senior population through the Center on Aging • Producing more than 800 health care professionals a year • Providing a boost to start-up companies with The Accelerator, a 60,000-square-foot business incubator • Monitoring environmental trends to ensure sustainable coastal and ocean ecosystems of the Gulf of Mexico through the Center for Gulf Studies, named the RESTORE Research Center of Excellence for the state by Governor Phil Bryant
Generating real-world solutions through transformative research • Partnering with GE Aviation to focus on composites development processing for the GEnx aircraft engine • Leading the development of sports security management research and solutions through our National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security • Investigating alternative energy sources through developing lightweight and flexible solar cells and researching the acceleration of algae decomposition to form biofuel • Developing and testing temperature-resistant cushioning materials for helmets to enhance protection for athletes on the playing field and soldiers on the battlefield
Treasuring our history and traditions Performing since 1923, The Pride marching band is highly respected nationwide. We’ve won five Conference USA football championships, three NCAA track and field national titles and four Conference USA baseball championships. Winning national scholarships is a proud tradition of our Honors College. In 2013, Southern Miss accounted for the only Truman Scholarship winner representing a Mississippi university and two of the three Goldwater Scholarships awarded to students at Mississippi universities. Since 2006, Southern Miss students have collected seven Goldwater Scholarships, two Truman Scholarships, 10 National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowships and numerous other prestigious awards.
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WILLIAM CAREY UNIVERSITY F
or more than 121 years, William Carey University has offered quality education to students from Mississippi and beyond. Working in friendly cooperation with the Mississippi Baptists Convention since 1911, the private liberal arts university offers the bachelor’s, master’s, specialist’s, and doctorate degrees. Carey continues to produce graduates who excel in scholarship, leadership, and service. Campuses are located in Hattiesburg and the Tradition community in Biloxi. Designated as “Best Value” in U.S. World News and Report rankings, one of “America’s Best College Buys” for the third consecutive year, and as one of the “Top 10 American Colleges with Lowest Room and Board Fee,” WCU continues to be recognized for offering quality education at an affordable price. While Carey’s tuition is below the national average for private colleges, Carey is above the national average for ACT scores and high-school GPAs for incoming freshmen. Carey Scholars, freshmen who meet scholastic criteria, receive 30 hours of tuition per year and a room waiver. Another accolade includes being named a “Military Friendly School” for the fifth year in a row. Reaching out to a global community, WCU has signed an agreement with a university in China establishing teaching and learning exchange programs for educators and students from both countries. Other international travel opportunities include a study program in Spain, travel classes to Biblical lands, and mission trips to Africa, Peru, Canada, and other countries. The Baptist Student Union routinely reaches out to the community by offering apartment ministries that include tutoring programs and recreational activities. In addition, the BSU sponsors HubServe volunteer projects as well as home and foreign mission efforts. The BSU received the Courts Redford Award for Excellence 206 Here’s Hattiesburg!
from the North American Mission Board for sending student missionaries to sites in the US and abroad. The College of Osteopathic Medicine (WCUCOM), which will see its first class graduate in May 2014, is the second medical school in the state and one of 30 such institutions in the U.S. Doctors of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.’s) focus on a system of diagnosis and treatment that considers the whole person. Training of D.O.’s emphasizes primary care in the areas of family medicine, internal medicine, OBGYN, and emergency medicine. The Joseph and Nancy Fail School of Nursing maintains an impressive pass rate on the NCLEX-RN examination, which provides licensure for nurses. Degrees are offered on the bachelor’s, master’s, and Ph.D. levels. A Health Information Management degree was added in fall 2013. The Joe and Virginia Tatum Theatre was dedicated in October 2010. The nationally recognized theatre produces three major plays and a series of studentdirected acts during the academic year and the Carey Dinner Theatre, which just finished its 38th season, during the summer. Since 1995, several WCU productions have been honored by the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival with performances at the state and regional festivals. The $14 million Tradition Campus opened in August 2009 in Harrison County on Hwy 67 and was honored with a Mississippi Associated Builders and Contractors Award for Excellence in Construction. Dedicated in 2009, the Sarah Gillespie Museum of Art houses more than 600 works by Mississippi artists. Ms. Gillespie, a long-time patron of the arts, collected the art over six decades. It is the most comContinued Next Page
plete collection in existence of the 20th century art work by Mississippians. The collection features artists such as Walter Anderson, Kate Freeman Clark, Theora Hamblett, William Hollingsworth, Ethel Wright Mohamed, Wyatt Waters, and Karl Wolfe. The Lucile Parker Gallery houses over 500 works in four collections: the Lucile Parker Collection, the Brian Blair Collection, the Dr. Larry H. Day Collection, and the William Carey Collection. Named for Miss Lucile Parker, who established the WCU art department and a Mississippi artist known for her botanical drawings, paintings, and portrait work, the gallery features local, state, and nationally known artists throughout the year. The LPG has recently been moved to a renovated building at 512 Tuscan Avenue at Cherry Street. Preserving the culture and history significant to Carey is an important priority. Donnell Hall, which houses the Center for the Study of the Life and Work of William Carey, is a museum and research facility. The exhibition includes original letters from the “Father of Modern Missions,” William Carey, his childhood spelling dictionary, rare Indian botanical prints, coins, medals, and stamps associated with Carey, and a large collection of Serampore Bibles and other books. The center’s website, www.wmcaery.edu/carey, has received international acclaim. As a vital part of Hattiesburg, the university has committed itself to cleaning up and maintaining the environment. The university was recognized by the U. S. Environmental Protection Agency for its commitment to a better environment and reducing greenhouse gas emissions as a participant in the ENERGY STAR Low Carbon IT Campaign. The university offers 14 intercollegiate sports and made the transition in 2010 to the Southern States Athletic Conference (SSAC). WCU produces nationallyranked teams, conference championships, and national tournament appearances. This year WCU’s athletic program was awarded the David M. Halbrook Award that is given annually by the Mississippi Association of Colleges and Universities for the highest studentathlete graduation rate – 96 percent – among private colleges and universities in the state of Mississippi. The program also participates in the NAIA Champions of Character Initiative that strives to exemplify the core values of respect, integrity, sportsmanship, servant leadership, and responsibility. Dr. Tommy King has served as president since 2007. Under his leadership Carey has experienced remarkable growth in enrollment, established the medical school, finalized an exchange agreement with a Chinese university, and constructed the Tradition Campus, as well as new buildings on the Hattiesburg campus, including a chapel, anatomy lab, and business building currently under construction. WCU offers baccalaureate degrees in the areas of arts and letters, education, natural and behavioral sciences, business, religion, music, and nursing. Master’s degrees are offered in business administration, education, counseling, music education, nursing, biomedical science, English, and mathematics, and a specialist is offered in education. The doctor of osteopathic medicine is also offered along with the Ph.D. in Nursing and the Ed.D. and Ph.D. in Higher Education Administration. Here’s Hattiesburg! 207
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SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL S
acred Heart Catholic School is a comprehensive, co-educational, college-preparatory school founded in 1900 by the Sisters of Mercy. With an enrollment of more than 750 students in Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade, Sacred Heart is located on two campuses in historic downtown Hattiesburg, Mississippi. Sacred Heart students represent academic excellence – proven by above national average standardized test scores and an average ACT score
that tops all public schools in the state, and ranks high among top non-public schools in Mississippi. They attend an elementary school where visual arts, dance, theatre and music are integrated into all areas of the curriculum. At the high school level, these students achieve academically, in sports, forensics, the arts, and many other activities. They receive active instruction in visual arts, theatre, music, and percussion, with performances and exhibits held throughout the year. Graduating class-
es boast record scholarship offers each year, and graduates attend prestigious colleges throughout the United States. Sacred Heart students compete in 12 sports in the Mississippi High School Activities Association, and currently hold a state championship in Varsity Girls Soccer for 1A-2A-3A Schools, and individual state championships in powerlifting, golf, tennis and track. Students will soon begin use of a new 20-acre athletic complex currently being constructed that includes a football and soccer stadium, baseball field, softball field and practice fields. Because Sacred Heart is a Catholic school, a strong faith in God is its biggest accomplishment. Students participate in grade-level retreats, religious education, sacramental preparation and biweekly Masses. Sacred Heart Catholic School is a ministry of its founding church – Sacred Heart Catholic Church, and continues to exist based on support from parishioners and supporters of the school. Sacred Heart Catholic School is accredited regionally, nationally and internationally adhering to all regulations of the Department of Education of the State of Mississippi, AdvancED’s Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement (SACS CASI), the National Catholic Education Association and the Catholic Diocese of Biloxi. The student body is diverse, representing various racial, ethnic, economic and religious groups. With students from all areas of South Mississippi, Sacred Heart is proud to represent the Diocese of Biloxi as the only Catholic school in the Pine Belt Area. For admissions information, go to shshattiesburg.com or contact Monica Bellipanni, Development Director, at 601-450-5736.
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BENEDICT DAY SCHOOL B
enedict Day School opened with seven children in August 2008 and has now grown to over 120 children from grades kindergarten through eighth grade. BDS’ curriculum is specially designed for highly capable learners in a Christian environment. At BDS, students have the opportunity to learn with their intellectual peers in an atmosphere that nurtures their natural curiosity and thirst for knowledge. An emphasis on the development of creativity, critical and analytical thinking, problem solving, and the exploration of relationships between concepts is central to learning at BDS. The teachers use a broad array of teaching resources, provide students with opportunities for both individual and small group instruction, and incorporate hands-on, experiential learning throughout the curriculum. Parents are very involved in developing the concepts for each month and participating in regular programs and visits. Benedict Day School’s K-8 Grade Program Features: A challenging, integrated, concept-based curriculum that allows students to make connections and explore topics in depth. Projects that encourage creativity, problem solving and the development of critical thinking skills. Experiential learning that allows students to learn by doing. Academic skills at an appropriate pace for each learner. Small classes of 15 or fewer students. A supportive, caring, community where individual gifts are celebrated.
Specialty classes of Music, Visual Art, Art and Music History, Latin, Library, Destination Imangination and Physical Education. Those interested in learning more about Benedict Day School may visit our website at www.benedictdayschool.com or call 601-450-4413 to make an appointment for a tour. Benedict Day School does not discriminate due to race, ethnicity, or creed. Benedict Day School - 27 Veritas Lane, Sumrall, MS 39482
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o meet the changes of the incredible pace of the global and the modern American lifestyle, the Hattiesburg Public School District has been adapting programs to meet the challenges. Under the leadership of Superintendent Dr. Annie Wimbish, the Hattiesburg Public School District (HPSD) is continuing its push to improve its academic achievements and its contributions to the lives of its students and the community. The Hattiesburg Public School District is committed to helping its students reach the highest level of success. HPSD’S Advanced Academic Opportunities programs challenges students at a higher academic level. Also, HPSD has programs to help students who need academic assistance. The HPSD schools feature PreAdvanced Placement courses at the middle school, 13 Advanced Placement courses at the high school, the gifted program beginning in elementary school, and the Dual Enrollment Program allowing students to earn college credit at Hattiesburg High School.
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The Hattiesburg Public School District is committed to providing its students every opportunity to gain the knowledge and skills to compete in a global society. They try to make Technology Integration a central part of the curriculum, giving students exposure to new and changing technologies at every level. Whether it's Interactive White Boards in the classrooms, laptop carts and wireless networks, video conferences via Voice-Over IP Phones, the injection molding in its Polymer Science Program--the ability to adapt with changing technology will allow students to grasp the core concepts and applications of whatever new system they encounter. HPSD’s partnership with USM in Polymer Science is a great example of the beneficial value of the Technology Integration program. HPSD has a nationally recognized Forensics Department with numerous regional and national awards. The HHS Forensics Team (named the top program in the state by the National Forensics League) provides experiences in Theater, Debate, Mock Trial, Youth Congress, and Community Service. Their alums can be found in award winning musicals on Broadway, as District Attorneys, as CEO's, as musicians for the Grammy Awards,
and they even had an alum in the Mississippi Lieutenant Governor's Office! The Music in Education programs are another example of how Hattiesburg Public Schools offers its student creative educational opportunities. Hattiesburg Public Schools offers music education at every level from elementary school all the way through high school. Music education helps the students better grasp concepts of math and science, it gives them tangible examples of historical significance, and it helps them develop social skills. The HPSD’s Music Education Program features choral music, show choirs, marching band, jazz band, and many orchestral opportunities with the Strings program. HPSD’s partnership with USM on the Strings program sends Southern Miss Symphony Orchestra members to HPSD schools a few times a year to help instruct Strings students. By increasing opportunities through curriculum and extra-curricular activities, the Hattiesburg Public School District is giving its student the skills and ability to learn and adapt in the ever-changing landscape of the modern global economy.
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Public Schools
FORREST AGRICULTURAL SCHOOL DISTRICT www.aggies.myownpage.net/fcahs
FORREST COUNTY AGRICULTURAL HIGH SCHOOL 215 Old US Hwy 49 E Brooklyn, MS 39425.................................. 601.582.4741 FORREST AGRICULTURAL SCHOOL DISTRICT 215 Old US Hwy 49 E Brooklyn, MS 39425.................................. 601.582.4102
HATTIESBURG SCHOOL DISTRICT www.hpsd.k12.ms.us
LILLIE BURNEY ELEMENTARY (K-6) 901 Ida Street Hattiesburg, MS 39401...... 601.582.5291 GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (K-6) 2207 West Seventh St. Hattiesburg, MS 39401.............................. 601.583.0662 G.L.HAWKINS ELEMENTARY (K-6) 526 Forest Street Hattiesburg, MS 39401... 601.583.4311
FORREST COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT www.forrest.k12.ms.us
ROWAN ELEMENTARY 500 M.L.K. Drive Hattiesburg, MS 39401... 601.583.0960
DIXIE ATTENDANCE CENTER 790 Elk Lakes Rd. Dixie, MS 39401.......... 601.582.4890
W.I. THAMES (K-6) 2900 Jamestown Rd. Hattiesburg, MS 39402.............................. 601.582.6655
EARL TRAVILLION ATTENDANCE CENTER 316 Travillion Dr. Hattiesburg, MS 39401... 601.584.9303
F.B. WOODLEY (K-6) 2600 O’Ferrall St. Hattiesburg, MS 39401... 601.583.8112
HARPER-WALLIN FAMILY EDUCATION CTR. 516 Forrest St Hattiesburg, MS 39401...... 601.582.6672
HATTIESBURG HIGH SCHOOL 301 Hutchinson Hattiesburg, MS 39401.... 601.544.0811
NORTH FORREST ATTENDANCE CENTER 702 Eatonville Road Hattiesburg, MS 39401.............................. 601.584.6466
N.R. BURGER MIDDLE SCHOOL (7-8) 174 W.S.F. Tatum Dr. Hattiesburg, MS 39401.............................. 601.582.0536
NORTH FORREST JR./SR. HIGH SCHOOL 693 Eatonville Rd. Hattiesburg, MS 39401.............................. 601.545.9304
MARY BETHUNE ALTERNATIVE CENTER 610 Dumas Ave. Hattiesburg, MS 39401... 601.584.6311
RAWLS SPRINGS ATTENDANCE CENTER 10 Archie Smith Rd. Rawls Springs, MS 39455.......................... 601.268.2217
HATTIESBURG PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT P.O. Box 1569, 301 Mamie Street Hattiesburg, MS 39403.............................. 601.584.6283
SOUTH FORREST ATTENDANCE CENTER 8 Burborne Street Brooklyn, MS 39425..... 601.545.7714
PETAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
FORREST COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT P.O. Box 1977 Hattiesburg, MS 39403...... 601.545.6055
PETAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 1179 Highway 42 East Petal, MS 39465... 601.582.7454
www.petalschools.com
PETAL UPPER ELEMENTARY 400 Hillcrest Loop Petal, MS 39465.......... 601.584.7660 PETAL PRIMARY SCHOOL 60 Herrington Petal, MS 39465................. 601.554.7244 PETAL MIDDLE SCHOOL 203 Hwy 42 Petal, MS 39465.................... 601.584.6301 PETAL HIGH SCHOOL 1145 Hwy 42 T Petal, MS 39465.............. 601.583.3538 PETAL SCHOOL DISTRICT 115 E Central Ave Petal, MS 39465........... 601.545.3002
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LAMAR COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT www.lamarcountyschools.org/
Baxterville BAXTERVILLE SCHOOL 1201 Bilbo Rd Lumberton, MS 39455....... 601.796.4483
Hattiesburg LONGLEAF ELEMENTARY 5279 W 4TH St......................................... 601.264.3858
LUMBERTON SCHOOL DISTRICT www.lumberton.k12.ms.us
LUMBERTON HIGH SCHOOL (7-12) (Separate Building for 7.8) 7920 S. Hwy. 11 Lumberton, MS 39455... 601.796.2451 LUMBERTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (1-6) 7922 S. Hwy. 11 Lumberton, MS 39455... 601.796.3721 LUMBERTON SCHOOL DISTRICT 107 E 10th Ave Lumberton, MS................. 601.796.2441
OAK GROVE PRIMARY ELEMENTARY 70 Leaf Lane Hattiesburg, MS 39402......... 601.264.9764
PERRY COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT
OAK GROVE LOWER ELEMENTARY 1762 Old Hwy. 24 Hattiesburg, MS 39402.............................. 601.268.3862
BEAUMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 1300 Beaumont.Brooklyn Rd. Beaumont, MS 39423................................ 601.784.3393
OAK GROVE UPPER ELEMENTARY 1760 Old Hwy. 24 Hattiesburg, MS 39402.............................. 601.264.6724
NEW AUGUSTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 100 8TH Ave S. New Augusta, MS 39462........................... 601.964.3226
OAK GROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL 2543 Old Hwy. 24 Hattiesburg, MS 39402.............................. 601.264.4634
PERRY CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL 9899 Hwy 98 E New Augusta, MS 39462........................... 601.964.3235
OAK GROVE HIGH SCHOOL 5198 Old Hwy. 11 Hattiesburg, MS 39402.............................. 601.264.7232
PERRY COUNTY VO.TECH 9899A Hwy 98 New Augusta, MS 39462.... 601.964.8282
PURVIS JEFFERSON TODD ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL 424 Martin Luther King Dr Purvis, MS 39475...................................... 601.794.1097 LAMAR COUNTY CTR. FOR TECH ED. 41 College Dr Purvis, MS 39475................ 601.794-8298 PURVIS LOWER ELEMENTARY 5976 US Hwy 11 Purvis, MS 39475.......... 601.794.3302 PURVIS UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 310 Mitchell Avenue Purvis, MS 39475...... 601.794.2959 PURVIS MIDDLE SCHOOL 213 School St. Purvis, MS 39475.............. 601.794.1068 PURVIS HIGH SCHOOL 220 School St. Purvis, MS 39475.............. 601.794.6221
www.perry.k12.ms.us
RUNNELSTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 9214 Hwy. 42 Petal, MS 39465................. 601.544.2811 PERRY COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT, 105 Main St New Augusta, MS 39462....... 601.964.3211
RICHTON SCHOOL DISTRICT www.richtonschools.com
RICHTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 701 Elm Ave Richton, MS 39476............... 601.788.6975 RICHTON HIGH SCHOOL 701 Elm Ave Richton, MS 39476............... 601.788.9608 RICHTON SCHOOL DISTRICT 701 Elm Ave Richton, MS 39476 Superintendent's Office.............................. 601.788.6581
Sumrall SUMRALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 198 Todd Rd. Sumrall, MS 39482.............. 601.758.4289 SUMRALL MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL 1217 Hwy 42 Sumrall, MS 39482............. 601.758.4730 LAMAR COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT 300 North St. Purvis, MS 39475............... 601.794.1030
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Westminster Presbyterian Church
Worship T
he Hattiesburg area is home to around 40 different Christian denominations, Islamic center and a Jewish synagogue. The Baptist churches represent the greatest amount of churches in the area but there are Episcopalian, Methodist, Roman Catholic, Lutheran, Presbyterian, Pentecostal, AME, Seventh Day Adventist, Mormon, Church of God, Church of Christ, Christian Science, Nazarene, Jehovah’s Witnesses, CME and several independent churches. You should be able to find a church within your denomination or, you will be able to investigate a wide variety of worship experiences available to you as move into the area. Churches or synagogues in the Hattiesburg area offer a worship location most importantly but they also offer something more. There is a sense of belonging and identity that comes
Local Clergy Favorite Bible Verses
Tom Fethe
1 Peter 4:10 “Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others, faithfully administering God’s grace in its various forms.” Community Bible Church
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Community Bible Church
from finding one’s spiritual home. You will find that when you talk to people. Where you go to church or where others go to church is many times a topic of conversation. You’ll probably hear that more in this area than other areas of the country. You’re right in the middle of the Bible Belt and that defines many people’s lives here. Religion runs deep here in Forrest and Lamar counties. We hope you will find your worship home if you so wish.
John 1:16-17
New International Version (NIV) 16
Out of his fullness we have all received grace in place of grace already given. 17 For the law was given through Moses; grace and truth came through Jesus Christ.
When the disciples saw him walking on the lake, they were terrified. "It's a ghost," they said, and cried out in fear. But Jesus immediately said to them: "Take courage! It is I. Don't be afraid. Matthew 14:26-27 (NIV) New International Version
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Trinity Episcopal Church
Proverbs 3:5-6 "Trust in the Lord with all thy heart and lean not on thine own understanding. Acknowledge Him in all thy ways, and He shall direct thy paths." Trinity Episcopal Church
Rev. Marian D Fortner
Psalm 23
New International Version (NIV) 1
The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside 3 quiet waters, he refreshes my soul. He guides me along the right 4 paths for his name’s sake. Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod 5 and your staff, they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; 6 my cup overflows. Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever. 2
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Carterville Baptist Church
John 3:16
New International Version (NIV)
For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. 16
1 Peter 3:15
New International Version (NIV)
But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect. 3
And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were so afraid. And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord. And this [shall be] a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger. And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying, Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men. Luke 2: 8-14
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transportation
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outh Mississippi’s gateway to the world, the Hattiesburg - Laurel Regional Airport, serves a ten-county region from its convenient location just off of Interstate 59 between Hattiesburg and Laurel Mississippi. The Airport models the concept of the "Airport City" a self-sufficient entity, offering both commercial and general air service. In addition, the Airport has created a unique approach to business by combining air service with an attractive Business Park with amenities such as an 18-hole golf course. Hattiesburg-Laurel Regional Airport has become a principal transportation hub for southeastern Mississippi. Located approximately 10 miles from Hattiesburg and 23 miles from Laurel, the Airport provides the region’s commercial, charter and private aviation services offering the finest in air travel services, facilities and amenities. With direct interstate highway access from both Hattiesburg and Laurel, air travel is easy and trouble-free. Travelers can select from a number of daily departures with connections to many U.S. cities and foreign countries. The Airport’s 6,500-foot lighted runway can easily handle aircraft as large as the Boeing 757 airliner and most military transport aircraft. The terminal offers complete b a g ga g e h a n d l i n g a n d u t i l i z e s metal detector/x-ray equipment for security screening.
Available Airlines: Hattiesburg-Laurel Regional Airport 1002 Terminal Dr. Moselle, MS 39459 601.545.3111 www.flypib.com Served by Silver Airways
Flight Information Direct service to Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) via American Eagle Twice daily, Monday – Friday Once daily, Saturday – Sunday Reservations: American Airlines 1-800-433-7300 www.aa.com 220 Here’s Hattiesburg!
Other Area Airports Bobby L. Chain Municipal Airport (HGB) 29 Academy Dr. , Hattiesburg, MS 39401 The Bobby L. Chain Municipal Airport (HGB) is a general aviation airport located in the Industrial Park. For more information about services provided, please call (601) 544-8661, or visit their website at www.hattiesburgairport.com Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport (GPT) 14035 - L Airport Road, Gulfport, MS 39503 Phone: 228-863-5951, Toll Free:1-866-4GPTBLX, 1-866-447-8259 Fax: 228-863-5953 Website: www.gulfcoast.org/gpt Jackson International Airport (JAN) 100 International Dr., Jackson, MS 601-939-5631, Website: http://www.jmaa.com New Orleans Airport (MSY) 900 Airline Drive, Kenner, LA 70062, (504) 464-0831, Fax: (504) 464-1264 TDD: (504) 463-1057 Website: http://www.flymsy.com
Airline Reservation Numbers & Websites AIR CANADA
Reservations: 1-888-247-2262 Website: www.aircanada.com
AIR TRAN
Reservations: 1-800-247-8726 1-800-AIR-TRAN Website: www.airtran.com
AMERICAN AIRLINES & AMERICAN EAGLE
Reservations: 1-800-433-7300 Customer Service: 817-786-3778 website: www.aa.com
DELTA AIRLINES
Domestic: 1-800-221-1212 International: 800-241-4141 Website: www.delta.com/
JET BLUE AIRWAYS
Reservations: 1-800-538-2583 Website: www.jetblue.com
SOUTHWEST AIRLINES
Reservations: 1-800-435-9792 Website: www.iflyswa.com
SUN COUNTRY AIRLINES
Reservations: 1-800-359-6787 Website: www.suncountry.com
UNITED AIRLINES
Reservations: 1-800-864-8331 Website: www.united.com
US AIRWAYS
Domestic Reservations: 1-800-428-4322 Website: www.usairways.com
Bus Lines Hub City Area Transit (HART) 1001 South Tipton St. 601-545-4671 Greyhound 1-800-231-2222 Website: www.greyhound.com Greyhound has terminals at Hattiesburg Terminal: 601-271-6500 7297 Hwy 49, Hattiesburg MS
Railways Amtrak 1-800-872-7245 Website: www.amtrak.com With the redevelopment of the Depot in downtown Hattiesburg as an intermodal transportation cen ter, the railroad will play a renewed role in the Hattiesburg transpor tation mix. For right now however, Amtrak has a non-staffed station in Hattiesburg. To board in Hattiesburg you must reserve your trip at least 24 hours in advance on the 800# to get your reservation and board ing code and then pay the con ductor. Or, you can use a travel agent or reserve your trip online www.amtrak.com
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Bed & Breakfast Meador Homestead 6775 US Hwy 49 Hattiesburg................601-268-3236 Cell.............................601-549-3626 www.meadorhomestead.com Sunny Grove Bed & Breakfst 627 Cole Road..........601-296-0309 www.sunnygrovebedandbreakfast.com Tra-Brenta Bed & Breakfast 100 First St New Augusta, MS.....601.964.3119 True Vine Cottage 264 Ralph Rawls Rd, Hattiesburg................601-543-5729
Motels/Hotels Baymont Inn 123 Plaza Dr., Hattiesburg................601-264-8380 Budget Inn 6574 US Hwy 49, Hattiesburg................601-544-3475 Candlewood Suites 9 Gateway Drive......601-264-9666 Comfort Inn University 6541 US Hwy 49, Hattiesburg................601-264-1881 Comfort Suites 122 Plaza Dr., Hattiesburg................601-261-5555 Courtyard by Marriot 119 Grand Dr., Hattiesburg................601-268-3050 Days Inn 111 Thornhill Dr, Hattiesburg................601-268-1151 Dru’s Inn 558 Southgate Rd., Hattiesburg...............601-544-6837 Econo Lodge 6655 US Hwy 49, Hattiesburg................601-264-7221 Fairfield Inn by Marriot 173 Thornhill Dr., Hattiesburg................601-296-7777 Hampton Inn 4301 Hardy St., Hattiesburg................601-264-8080 Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites 10 Gateway Dr., Hattiesburg................601-296-0302 Hilton Garden Inn 133 Plaza Dr Hattiesburg.................601-261-3770 La Quinta Inn 109 Lundy Lane, Hattiesburg...............1-769-223-6000 Microtel Inn & Suites 105 Westover Dr. Hattiesburg................601-450-1592 Motel 6 6508 US Hwy 49, Hattiesburg................601-544-6096 222 Here’s Hattiesburg!
LODGING Northgate Inn 6757 US Hwy 49, Hattiesburg................601-268-8816 Quality Inn & Suites 6511 Highway 49 North, Hattiesburg................601-296-0565 Red Carpet Inn 6528 US Hwy 49, Hattiesburg................601-544-4530 Residence Inn 116 Grand Drive, Hattiesburg................601-264-9202 Sunset Inn 6560 US Hwy 49, Hattiesburg................601-582-1211 Sleep Inn 6603 US Hwy 49 Hattiesburg................601-268-1722 Sun Suites 121 West Park Dr., Hattiesburg................601-271-9005 Super 8 Motel 6529 US Hwy 49, Hattiesburg................601-264-2885 2 Churchill Street, Hattiesburg................601-264-7668 TownePlace Suites Close to Frontage Rd., Hattiesburg................800-257-3000 www.towneplacesuites.com/hbgts Western Motel 3501 Hardy St., Hattiesburg................601-264-0010
RV Parks, Cabins & Campgrounds Black Creek Cabins Cabins Only..............601-597-3152 www.blackcreekcabin.com Cullens RV Park, (RV’s & tents) 3536 Hwy 49 S, Hattiesburg................601-582-8084 www.cullensrvpark.com
Cypress Hill RV Park Hwy 49.......................601-545-3090 www.cypresshillrvpark.com Forrest Co. James Lynn Cartlidge Multi-Purpose Ctr. 962 Sullivan Dr, Hattiesburg (RV’s only).................601-583-7500 Lake Perry MDWFP State Lake, (20 camping pads with water/electrical hookups) Lake Perry Rd, 3 mi. S of Beaumont off Hwy 98., ....................................601-784-6119 Little Black Campground & Park, 2159 Little Black Creek Rd., Lumberton.................601-794-2957 Paul B. Johnson State Park, (RV’s & tents) 319 Geiger Lake Rd 15 mi. S. of Hattiesburg................601-582-7721 www.mississippistateparks.ms Quilla’s RV Park, (RV’s only) 558 South Gate Rd., Hattiesburg................601-544-6837 Shady Cove RV Park, (RV’s & tents) 7836 US Hwy 49, Hattiesburg................601-268-1077
APARTMEN TS Arbor Walk Apts 2300 Lincoln Rd....... 888.259.7746 Alpine Village Apt Homes 312 N. 39th Ave...... 601.264.3374 Arbor Walk Apts 2300 Lincoln Rd....... 601.268.6770 Belmont Apts, The 147-98 Place Blvd.... 601.268.0477 Blainwood Oaks Apts 602 N 31st Ave....... 601.268.0633 Boardwalk at Dewberry Landing 22 Campbell Scenic Dr ............................. 601.271.7970 Bonhomie Apts 1810 Country Club Rd Call........................ 601.544.0250 Breckenridge Park Apts 100 Breckenridge Dr.... 601.705.0816 Campbell Apts 1240 Beverly Hills Rd Call........................ 601.268.0717 Campus Edge Apts 105 Doleac Dr Ofc... 601.268.3343 Century Plaza Apts 3701 W 4th St......... 601.264.6464 Chateau Grand Apt Homes 3500 Hardy St......... 601.268.3494 Claridge House Apt Homes 3315 W. 4th St........ 601.268.8879 Concord Townhomes 300 N. 38th Ave...... 601.264.3374 Crowne at Long Leaf Trace 700 Beverly Hills Rd...601.579.4779 Eagle’s Trail Apts 4401 W 4th St......... 601.264.6404 Edgewood Apts 305 N 39th Ave #305, Call........................ 601.264.3374 Edgewood Townhomes 300 N. 39th Ave...... 601.264.3374 Forest Royale Apts 620 S 28th Ave #202....601.268.6173 Fountainbleau Apts 3317 W 4th St......... 601.264.6169 Foxgate & Foxgate II Apts 200 Foxgate Ave...... 601.599.7440 Greenbriar Apts 2410 McInnis Loop... 601.268.3970 Heathwood Apts 2008 Oak Grove Rd ............................. 601.264.2370 Heathwood Apts Homes 2008 Oak Grove Rd ............................. 601.264.2370 Hillendale Apts 2802 Lincoln Rd....... 601.268.3434 Holiday Apt Homes 2006 Oak Grove Rd ............................. 601.264.2370 La Maison Apt Homes 3319 W. 4th St........ 601.268.8879 Lexington Apts 3319 W 4th st......... 601.268.8879
Mark IV 200 Blue Gable Rd... 601.261.3951 Mark V 201 Blue Gable Rd... 601.261.3951 Mark VI 4124 W 4th Street... 601.261.9122 Maplewood Apts Mulberry Ave, Richton Call........................ 601.788.6054 Midtown Cottages 5056 Old Hwy 42..... 601.268.8870 Parkwest I Apts 12 Park Pl............... 601.264.7722 Parkwest II Apts 8 Park Pl................. 601.264.7722 Peppertree Apts 801 N 28th Ave #1... 601.264.5010 Piedmont Apts 78 Wisteria Dr......... 601.545.5313 Point O Woods Apts 520 N 38th Ave....... 601.261.9556 Reserve@Park Place I 29 Park Place.......... 601.599.7275 Robynwood Apt Homes 115 N. 32nd Ave...... 601.264.3914 Springs Manor Apts Rawls Springs Rd..... 601.268.6114
The Cottages 900 Beverly Hills Rd..601.264.0090 The Lakes at Turtle Creek Apt Homes 155 Cross Creek Pkwy Call........................ 601.599.5253 The Reserve@Park Place II Call........................ 601.599.7275 Town Villa Apts 1246 Beverly Hills Rd... 601.261.3377 Twin Oaks Apts 2313 Weeping Willow Cir Call........................ 601.599.0380 Villa des Chene Duplexes 551 Richburg Rd...... 601.264.2370 Westgate Apts 100 N 33rd Ave 31.. 601.264.6464 Westover I & II 216 Westover Dr...... 601.264.6955 Windsor Village Apts 6490 U S Hwy 49.... 601.582.1561 Woodshire Duplexes and Townhomes 1700 S. 28th Ave., Suite C ............................. 601.264.3350 Woodshire S 28th Ave.............. 601.264.3350 Yorkshire Apt Home 10 Shenandoah Dr... 601.264.5000
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CAMP SHELBY Photos And Article submitted by: Maj. Deidre D. Smith, CSJFTC Public Affairs Officer
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amp Shelby Joint Forces Training Center is the largest state-owned mobilization site in the nation, and supports a wide variety of training and logistical support activities, including heavy maneuver and collective gunnery, multiple battalion field artillery fire ranges, realistic environmental training, air to ground combat training capabilities and theater-specific mobilization training for reserve and active components of the Army, Navy, Air Force and Marines. Founded in 1917, the 135,000 acre installation has served as a training and mobilization site for American troops Photo courtesy of from World War I and World War II, First Army Division East. all the way to current Overseas Contingency Operations in locations all around the world. Camp Shelby, one of the nation’s largest military mobilization bases, is the new Located near Hattiesburg, Missishome of the Open Source Unmanned Remote and Autonomous Vehicle Syssippi, the installation covers parts of tems (OS-RAVS) program. Unmanned vehicles have surged into the national Forrest, Perry and Greene counties and currently serves as a mobilization trainconsciousness as part of the War on Terror. The potential for unmanned veing center featuring the latest equiphicles is almost limitless for both military and civilian applications. By engagment and technology in the U.S. Army’s ing this technology in conjunction with the Army, the Navy, the Air Force, Dept. arsenal, as well as mobilization operaof Homeland Security, Defense Acquisition University, the Open Source Softtional support. Camp Shelby has moware Institute, Hinds Community College and Pearl River Community College, bilized and demobilized over 170,000 Camp Shelby is taking a leadership role in the future of unmanned vehicle extroops since beginning the execution ploration and development. The potential for the Hattiesburg MSA and South of its mission as a U.S. Army Forces Mississippi is huge. Command Primary Force Generation Installation in June 2004. Camp Shelby is home to active Continued Next Page
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Photo by U.S. Army.
Army units subordinate to First Army Division East. The 177th Armored Brigade and the 158th Infantry Brigade mobilizes trains and validates Reserve Component units in accordance with combatant commanders, Department of the Army, and U.S. Army Forces Command to prepare units for combat operations. When directed by First Army Division East, they provide training oversight and support to enhance National Guard and Reserve units’ readiness for wartime requirements. Camp Shelby is home to the Mississippi Armed Forces Museum which serves as the military history museum for the State of Mississippi. Its primary focus is to preserve and promote the significant contributions of Mississippi’s citizens and facilities to the defense of the United States. For over 80 years, Camp Shelby has played a key role in ensuring American Forces are trained and prepared to defend American interest abroad. CSJFTC plays a major role in the Mississippi Army and Air National Guard’s annual training throughout the year to ensure individual and unit readiness throughout the Mississippi National Guard. Camp Shelby is the primary location for Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corp cadet validation training. Camp Shelby provides training venues for approximately 2,000
Photo by U.S. Army.
Air Force ROTC cadets during the summer months for college students across the United States enrolled in Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corp programs. The training received by Air Force cadets at Camp Shelby is instrumental towards the future leadership of the Air Force and is vital to the commissioning of ROTC Air Force Officers. Camp Shelby is a prime location for the Air Force to train at the Auxiliary Field One Assault Landing Strip. The runway is 3,500 feet long and can land aircraft as large as the Air Force’s C-17.
Photo courtesy of First Army Division East.
Photo courtesy of First Army Division East.
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City of Petal Total Population 10,795 (2012 Est.)
Housing Units Total 4,261 Owner Occupied 2,863 Renter Occupied 1,055
Male: 4,960 White
Female: 5,494
RACE 8,997
Black 1,039 *US Census 2010 numbers (2011 estimates from U.S. Census Population Annual Estimates)
American Indian & Alaska Native 25 Asian 78 Hispanic or Latino 361
City of Petal 102 W. 8th Ave. • 601.545.1776 Mayor: Hal Marx; Aldermen: Alderman at Large William King; Ward 1 David Clayton; Ward 2 Steve Stringer; Ward 3 Clint Moore; Ward 4 Brad Amacker; Ward 5 Tony Ducker; Ward 6 Craig Bullock
City of Lumberton
City of Purvis Total Population 2,175* (2011 est. 2240)
Population 2,149* (2012 Est.) White
RACE
White
884
1,512
Black Housing Units Total - 896 Owner Occupied - 455 Renter Occupied - 321
Male: 1,024
Female: 1,125
1,178 American Indian & Alaska Native 3 Asian 0 Hispanic or Latino 11
RACE
Black Housing Units Total - 879 Owner Occupied - 535 Renter Occupied - 260
Male: 1,055
Female: 1,120
590 American Indian & Alaska Native 16 Asian 13 Hispanic or Latino 0
*US Census 2010 numbers (2011 estimates from U.S. Census Population Annual Estimates)
*US Census 2010 numbers (2011 estimates from U.S. Census Population Annual Estimates)
City of Lumberton P.O. Box 211 , 107 W. Main Ave. Lumberton, MS 39455 • 601.796.8341 Mayor: Ben Winston; Board of Alderman: Ward 1 Kent Crider; Ward 2 Hugh McGraw; Ward 3 Quincy Rogers; Ward 4 Tommy Dukes
City of Purvis P.O. Box 308, 136 Shelby Speights Dr., Purvis, MS 39475 • 601.794.2472 Mayor: Martin Hankins; Aldermen: Alderman at Large Milton Bourn, Ward 1 Donna Bielstein,Ward 2 Vernon Hartfield, Ward 3 Jerry Smith, Ward 4 John Jordan.
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Town OF SUMrall
Total Population 1,421* (2011 est. 1,465) White
Town of beaumont Population 951* (2011 est. 944)
RACE
RACE White
1,163
490
Black
Black
246 Housing Units Total - 626 Owner Occupied - 418 Renter Occupied - 133
Male: 658
Female: 763
American Indian & Alaska Native 1 Asian 1 Hispanic or Latino 0
Housing Units Total - 461 Owner Occupied - 297 Renter Occupied - 98
Male: 458
*US Census 2010 numbers (2011 estimates from U.S. Census Population Annual Estimates)
Female: 493
447 American Indian & Alaska Native 5 Asian 0 Hispanic or Latino 1
*US Census 2010 numbers (2011 estimates from U.S. Census Population Annual Estimates)
Town of Sumrall P.O. Box 247, 4880 Hwy. 589 Sumrall, MS 39482 • 601.758.3591 Mayor: Gerolene Rayborn; Alderman: At Large Lealand Lott, Ward 1 Shirley Bernard, Ward 2 Cecile Coulter, Ward 3 James Burnham, Ward 4 Trina McLendon
Town of Beaumont 1510 Beaumont-Brooklyn Rd P.O. Box 605 Beaumont, MS 39423 • 601.784.3352 Mayor Jamie Chambless, Alderman at Large: Marvin Freeman; Donald Hartfield; James Sheffield; Frankie Thomas; Tammie McLain
Town of New Augusta
Town of Richton
Total Population 644* (2011 est. 637)
Total Population 1,068* (2011 est. 1061)
RACE
White
359
Black
716
White Black Housing Units Total - 319 Owner Occupied - 183 Renter Occupied - 71
Male: 322
Female: 322
275
American Indian & Alaska Native 2 Asian 1 Hispanic or Latino 6
*US Census 2010 numbers (2011 estimates from U.S. Census Population Annual Estimates)
Town of New Augusta 102 2nd St., New Augusta, MS 39462 601.964.3710 Mayor Albert Garner, Alderman at Large: Pam Brewer; Steve Spicer; Roger Jones; David Gallaspy; James Benefield
RACE
Housing Units Total - 463 Owner Occupied - 239 Renter Occupied - 154
Male: 453
331 American Indian & Alaska Native 2 Asian 1 Hispanic or Latino 11
Female: 615
*US Census 2010 numbers (2011 estimates from U.S. Census Population Annual Estimates) Town of Richton 208 East Front St., Richton, MS 39476 601.788.6080 Mayor Michael “Bo” Ruffin; Alderman at Large: Ed Hearn Jr.; Todd Lee; Arnel Husband; Ronnie Phillips; Larry Wilson
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he Greater Hattiesburg Area has distinguished itself as a retirement destination being designated a “Certified Retirement Community” by Hometown Mississippi Retirement, a state sponsored program designed to recruit retirees to the state. As Baby Boomers reach retirement, millions will be searching for the best places to retire and many factors will come in to play when choosing the best retirement destination. Although certain communities may be particularly attractive for reasons ranging from the weather and availability of health care, to tax advantages and property values. It is certain that quality of life will be a major deciding factor for anyone looking for a place to settle during their retirement years. With a low cost of living coupled with great schools, engaging area attractions and recreational activities, along with a great selection of shopping, dining and cultural events, the Greater Hattiesburg area is a fabulous place to live, work and play. The area offers several amenities and programs geared specifically for retirees such as Senior Fair and Senior Prom. One of the most popular educational activities for retirees comes through the University of Southern Mis228 Here’s Hattiesburg!
sissippi’s Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI); an association of active men and women 50 years of age or older who seek to explore stimulating learning experiences while developing new friendships. The Institute’s program recognizes that a growing number of adults are adventuresome, active and intellectually curious; therefore its cornerstones are peer learning and shared responsibility. The strength of the program is that it is directed and run for and by its members, drawing on the talents and experiences Continued Next Page
of those individuals for instructors and facilitators. A thriving healthcare system, educational institutions of higher learning and strong military presence makes the Greater Hattiesburg Area one of the leading retirement destinations in the nation. Hattiesburg also has a low cost of living, offering a variety of housing options from registered historic districts to lake front neighborhoods. As part of the economic development strategy for Greater Hattiesburg, The Area Development Partnership (ADP), the regional Chamber of Commerce, Community and Economic Development organization, created a retiree recruitment program designed to attract retired professionals to the community who would bring with them, impressive economic aspects. One important aspect of the program is a group of volunteer retirees known as Retirement Connectors. The “Connectors”, as they are affectionately called dedicate themselves to the growth of the community by educating visitors, lending additional insight [to them] and conducting tours for individuals interested in seeing and learning more about greater Hattiesburg. Connectors also spend a considerable amount of time following up on retirement inquiries through phone calls and email contacts in an effort to provide a personal touch to future residents. Their contacts also include sending retiree packets customized to fit each individual’s needs. Since its inception in 1993, the ADP’s Retiree Recruitment program has attracted over 900 retiree households and its efforts have gained national media attention to include NBC Nightly News, the New York Times and Wall Street Journal. In addition, Hattiesburg was featured in Where to Retire magazine as a Top 100 Place to Retire and One of Eight Towns with Safe and Maintained Cycling Trails and Amenities Suitable for Retirement. Hattiesburg has also been recognized by Southern Business and Development as “One of Ten Great Small Towns to Operate a Business and Retire”. NewGeography.com ranked Hattiesburg “14th in Best Cities for job growth” and Kiplinger rated Hattiesburg as the “Top College Town for Grown Ups”.
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newcomer information Cars/License Information MOTOR VEHICLE INSPECTION
You will also have to have you car inspected. Most dealerships and many service shops can handle this. You can also call the State to find out an inspection station: 601-987-1243 or 601-987-1252.
Driver’s License
I If you are a new resident, you must apply for a Mississippi driver’s license within 60 days after establishing your residence. If you currently have a valid license from the state you’re moving from, you just have to take an eye test (you don’t have to take the written or skills test). If you don’t have a valid license, you have to take all tests, as well as providing a filled-out application, Social Security card, and a state issued birth certificate. DPS policy permits non-resident military personnel and their family, and any out of state college students to drive in Mississippi provided they hold a valid driver’s license from another state. The cost for a regular driver’s license is $24.00 for 4 years. The fee must be paid in cash, (not check or credit card). In Hattiesburg, you can call the Department of Public Safety (DPS), Driver’s License Office located 35 Tatum Dr. (off Hwy 49 South) Hattiesburg, MS 601-582-4744. Hattiesburg is outfitted with a Kiosk for renewal or replacement of existing licenses or ID’s. Purvis, MS has a Testing Site office open on Mondays ONLY, located at 99 Central Industrial Rd., 601-794-0071.
Tags & Registration
If you are moving to Mississippi from another state, bring your title or name and address of lien holder and your current registration. You must purchase your Mississippi tags within 30 days of establishing your residency in Mississippi. Tags are issued for one year. You can purchase your tags at your county’s tag office: Forrest County Tax Collector’s Office 631 N. Main St., Courthouse, Hattiesburg 601-582-8228 Lamar County Tax Building, 109 Main St., Purvis • 601-794-1020 Perry County Perry County Tax Collector 105 Main St., New Augusta 601-964-3398 230 Here’s Hattiesburg!
Taxes
Homestead Exemption Homestead exemptions are available on the first $7,500 of assessed value. The actual amount of exempted tax dollars is limited to $300. The county tax collector, where the property is located, determines assessed value. To qualify, the taxpayer must live and occupy the property. Also the person must have all personal cars licensed in the state of Mississippi and must be current with their Mississippi state income tax. An application must be submitted from Jan. 1 to April 1 through the State Tax Commission: Homestead Exemption Division. For more information on the Homestead Exemption check with your realtor, mor- gagor or local tax office:
Forrest County Tax Assessor’s Office 631 N. Main St. Courthouse, Hattiesburg 601-545-6130
Lamar County Tax Assessor’s Office, Main Office 109 Main St., Purvis • 601-794-1020 Hattiesburg Line 601-544-4410
Perry County Perry County Tax Assessor 105 Main St., New Augusta 601-964-3398
Inheritance and estate taxes
Mississippi has no inheritance tax, but it does collect estate taxes.
INCOME TAX
Income tax rates range from a low of 3.0% to a high of 5%. Under $5,000 the rate is 3%, $5,001-$10,000 the rate is 4%, $10,001+ the rate is 5%. Personal exemptions for single—$6,000; married—$12,000; child—$1,500. There are no Federal tax deductions. Social Security is NOT taxed in Mississippi and most retirement income is not taxed (check with your accountant). Personal Exemptions: Single - $6,000; Married - $12,000; Dependents - $1,500; Seniors - $1,500. Standard Deduction: Single - $2,300; Married filing joint return - $4,600
REAL PROPERTY TAXES
For most residential property, property taxes are calculated at 10% of as-sessed value. To figure out the amount you’ll pay on your real property you need to know your assessed value and your county’s millage rate. Also, millage rates will differ between districts in a county and cities/towns within a county. Forrest County millage rate 120.60 per $1000 of assessed value Lamar County millage rate 119.96 per $1000 of assessed value Perry County millage rate is 60.32 per $1000 of assessed value. City of Hattiesburg millage rate is 173.49 per $1000 of assessed value.
SALES TAXES
The Mississippi Sales Tax base rate is 7% on most goods and services. An additional 2% in sales taxes for Hattiesburg Tourist Promotion Tax & Hattiesburg Convention Promotion Tax are levied for meals in Restaurants with annual income of $100,000.00 or more; on alcohol purchased in On-Premises Alcoholic Beverage Permittees or Alcoholic Beverage Package Retailer Permittees in Hattiesburg & for staying in Motels/Hotels with more than 10 units that are within Hattiesburg city limits whether in Forrest or Lamar County.1 1. Mississippi State Tax Commissission
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IMPORTANT NUMBERS GOVERNMENT LISTINGS FEDERAL OFFICIALS U.S. Senators Thad Cochran Jackson Office.................. 601-965-4459 Washington, D.C...........1-202-224-5054 www.cochran.senate.gov/ Roger Wicker Jackson Office................ 601-965-4644 Washington, D.C...........1-202-224-6253 www.wicker.senate.gov/ U.S. Representative Steve Palazzo Hattiesburg area............... 601-582-3246 Washington, D.C...........1-202-225-5772 www.palazzo.house.gov
STATE OF MISSISSIPPI OFFICIALS
Official Home Page: www.ms.gov Governor Phil Bryant......................... 601-359-3100 Lt. Governor Tate Reeves.......................... 601-359-3200 Sec. Of State Delbert Hosemann............... 601-359-1350 Attorney General Jim Hood............................. 601-359-3680 Mississippi State Legislature State Senators District 41 (Forrest, Lamar) Joey Fillingane (H)........ 601-271-2070 Office............................. 601-359-3246 jfillingane@senate.ms.gov District 44 (Forest, Lamar, Perry) John Polk (C)................ 601-467-5117 Office............................. 601-359-3246 tking@senate.ms.gov District 45 (Forest, Lamar, Perry) Billy Hudson (C)............ 601-466-3573 Office............................. 601-359-2886 bhudson@senate.ms.gov State Representatives District 88 (Perry, Jones) Gary Staples.................. 601-649-4972 Office............................. 601-359-3017 gstaples@house.ms.gov District 90 (Forrest, Covington) J. L. Warren.................. 601-359-3014 jwarren@house.ms.gov District 93 (Forrest, Lamar) Timmy Ladner............... 601-359-2438 tladner@house.ms.gov District 99 (Lamar, Marion) Bill Pigott...................... 601-359-5140 bpigott@house.ms.gov District 100 (Jefferson Davis, Lamar) Ken Morgan.................. 601-359-2426 kmorgan@house.ms.gov 232 Here’s Hattiesburg!
District 101 (Forrest, Lamar) Hank Lott ..................... 601-359-2435 hfillingane@house.ms.gov District 102 (Forrest, Lamar) Toby Barker................... 601-359-3362 tbarker@house.ms.gov District 103 (Forrest) Percy W. Watson........... 601-359-3351 pwatson@house.ms.gov District 104 (Forrest, Lamar) Larry Byrd..................... 601-544-1877 lbyrd@house.ms.gov District 105 Dennis DeBar, Jr (W).... 601-394-4400 hfrierson@house.ms.gov District 106 Herb Frierson................ 601-359-3340 hfrierson@house.ms.gov
FORREST COUNTY Board of Supervisors............... 601-545-6000 District 1 David Hogan......... 601-545-6009 (President) District 2 Charles Marshall... 601-545-6010 District 3 Burkett Ross......... 601-545-6008 District 4 Rod Woullard....... 601-545-6011 (Vice-President) District 5 Chris Bowen......... 601-545-6091 Information.............................. 601-545-6000 County Extension Agent........... 601-545-6083 Tax Assessor............................ 601-545-6130 Tax Collector............................ 601-582-8228
LAMAR COUNTY Board of Supervisors............... 601-794-8504 District 1 Mike Backstrom... 601-794-8504 District 2 Warren Byrd......... 601-794-8504 District 3 Joe B. Bounds...... 601-794-8504 (President) District 4 Phillip Carlisle....... 601-794-8504 District 5 Dale Lucus........... 601-794-8504 (Vice-President) Information.............................. 601-794-8504 Courtroom............................... 601-794-8504 County Extension Agent........... 601-794-3910 Justice Court Judge................. 601-794-2950 Planning Dept........................ 601-794-1024 Tax Assessor............................ 601-794-1020 Tax Collector............................ 601-794-1021
PERRY COUNTY
103 First Street E New Augusta........................ 601-964-8370 Supervisor Dist. 1 Bobby Ray Bolton Supervisor Dist. 2 Kevin Shows Supervisor Dist. 3 Tommy Walley Supervisor Dist. 4 Mitchell Hinton Supervisor Dist. 5 Lanny L. Mixon (MUNICIPALITIES LISTED IN THIS ORDER: Hattiesburg, Petal, Lumberton, Purvis, Sumrall, Beaumont, New Augusta, Richton)
CITY OF HATTIESBURG City Hall..................................601- 545-4500 PO Box 1898 Hattiesburg, MS 39403-1898 Mayor Johnny L. DuPree......... 601-545-4501 City Council..................................... 545-4551 Ward 1 Kim Bradley............. 601-545-4551 Ward 2 Deborah Denard-Delgado... 601-582-2560 Ward 3 Carter Carroll........... 601-268-7583 Ward 4 Mary Dryden........... 601-554-3339 Ward 5 Henry Naylor........... 601-584-6160 City Clerk’s Office..................... 601-545-4550 Municipal/City Court................ 601-545-4933 Engineering.............................. 601-545-4540 Parks & Recreation.................. 601-545-4623 Public Works........................... 601-545-4545 Sanitation/Trash....................... 601-545-4547 Tax Division............................. 601-545-4522 Urban Development Dept......... 601-545-4609 Water and Sewage................... 601-545-4530 Water Billing........................ 601-545-4633 Sewer Problems After Hrs... 601-545-4635 Hattiesburg Action Center for Info and Request for Services..... 601-545-4500
CITY OF PETAL
City Hall................................... 601-545-1776 102 W 8th Ave, Petal, MS 39465 Mayor Hal Marx.............................. 601-545-1776 Board of Aldermen................... 601-545-1776 At-Large Willie King Ward 1 David Clayton Ward 2 Steve Stringer Ward 3 Clint Moore Ward 4 Brad Amacker Ward 5: Tony Ducker Ward 6: Craig Bullock Municipal Court 149 W 8th Ave..................... 601-582-5351 Recreation................................ 601-554-5440 Street Department 943 Hwy 11......................... 601-325-7015 Water and Sanitation Department 102 W Eighth Ave................ 601-544-6981
CITY OF LUMBERTON
City Hall................................... 601-796-8341 107 W Main Ave 39455 Mayor Ben Winston Board of Aldermen................... 601-796-8341 At-Large Alderwoman Cora Rogers Ward 1 Alderman Kent Crider Ward 2 Alderman Hugh McGraw Ward 3 Alderman Quincy Rogers Ward 4 Alderman Tommy Dukes City Clerk................................. 601-796-8341 Library 106 E. Main................. 601-796-4227 Water Department.................... 601-796-8341
CITY OF PURVIS
City Hall................................... 601-794-2472 136 Shelby Speights Dr PO Box 308 Purvis, MS 39475 Mayor Roger Herrin........................ 601-794-8700 Board of Aldermen................... 601-794-2472 At-Large Martin Hankins...... 601-794-2472 Ward 1 Donna Bielstein....... 601-794-5574 Ward 2 Vernon Hartfield...... 601-606-5555 Ward 3 Jerry Smith............. 601-794-2472 Ward 4 John Jordan............ 601-794-6160 City Clerk................................. 601-794-2472 City Public Works.................... 601-794-2472 Water Dept............................... 601-794-2472
TOWN OF SUMRALL
City Hall................................... 601-758-3591 4880 Hwy 589 Sumrall, MS 39482 Mayor Gerolene Rayborn......... 601-758-3591 Board of Aldermen................... 601-758-3591 Aldermen At Large Leland Lott Ward 1 Shirley Bernard Ward 2 Cecile Coulter Ward 3 James Burnham Ward 4 Trina McLendon City Clerk................................. 601-758-3591 Sewer Dept.............................. 601-758-3591
TOWN OF BEAUMONT
1510 Beaumont-Brooklyn Rd, Beaumont.............................601-784-3352 Mayor Jamie Chambless Alderman at Large Marvin Freeman Alderman at Large Donald Hartfield Alderman at Large James Sheffield Alderman at Large Frankie Thomas Alderman at Large Tammie McLain
TOWN OF NEW AUGUSTA
102 2nd St., New Augusta.......601-964-3710 Mayor Albert Garner Alderman at Large: Pam Brewer Alderman at Large: Steve Spicer Alderman at Large: Roger Jones Alderman at Large: David Gallaspy Alderman at Large: James Benefield
TOWN OF RICHTON
208 East Front St., Richton......601-788-6080 Mayor Michael “Bo” Ruffin Alderman at Large: Ed Hearn,Jr. Alderman at Large: Todd Lee Alderman at Large: Arnel Husband Alderman at Large; Ronnie Phillips Alderman At Large: Larry Wilson
BUSINESS ASSOCIATIONS/ ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Area Development Partnership Serving the Greater Hattiesburg Area of Forrest, Lamar and Perry counties 1 Convention Center......... 601-296-7500 Hattiesburg Board of Realtors............................... 601-582-0099 Historic Hattiesburg Downtown Association........ 601-583-4329 Petal Chamber of Commerce... 601-583-3306
CABLE TELEVISION
Comcast Cablevision 2100 Lincoln Rd..............1-800-COMCAST
ELECTRIC UTILITIES
CALL BEFORE YOU DIG........... 800-227-6477 Dixie Electric Power Assn. 1312 Hwy 42, Petal.............. 601-583-1131 Mississippi Power Co. 420 W. Pine Hattiesburg...1-800-532-1502 Pearl River Valley Electric Power 6803 US Hwy 98 Hattiesburg....................... 601-264-2458 Southern Pine Electric Power Assn. Hwy 49 N., Hattiesburg........ 601-264-0185
HOSPITALS
Forrest General Hospital.......... 601-288-7000 Wesley Medical Center............. 601-268-8000
INTERNET PROVIDERS
AT&T.....................................1-800-436-8638 Comcast...............................1-800-COMCAST CSpire...................................... 601-450-3278
NATURAL GAS COMPANIES
Centerpoint Energy Petal, MS............................ 601-583-3661 Wilmut Gas Co. 315 S Main St...................... 601-544-6001 Toll Free........................ 1 (877)-WILL GAS
NEWSPAPER COMPANIES
Hattiesburg American, a Gannett Newspaper........... 601-582-4321 Impact-Buckley Newspapers of Laurel, MS 110 S 41st Ave, Hattiesburg, MS............... 601-264-8181 Hattiesburg Post, Times, and Petal News Hattiesburg Publishing, 103 N 40th Ave.............................. 601-268-2331
PROPANE COMPANIES
Blossman Gas & Appliance 5536 Hwy 42 Hattiesburg, MS............... 601-582-8449
RADIO STATIONS WFMM, Supertalk MS.............. 601-264-5185 WJMG-FM Radio Station......... 601-544-1941 WMXI....................................... 601-264-0443 WUSM, 88.5, Public Radio...... 601-266-4287 WZKX-Kicker 108..................... 601-582-2839 IHeartMedia Inc. (formerly Clear Channel) WFFX The Fox 103.7 WFOR-AM WJKX WNSL WZLD 1-210-822-2828, www.iheartmedia.com Pine Belt Radio B95 Pine Belt Country Rock 104 Classic Rock KZ94 Music Mix 96 Alive 601-544-0095, www.pinebeltradio.com WJMZ...................................... 601-544-1941 WMXI....................................... 601-649-0898 WUSM, 88.5, Public Radio WZKX-Kicker 108..................... 228-896-0431
TELEVISION STATIONS WDAM TV................................ 601-544-4730 WHLT-TV 22............................. 601-545-7814
TOURISM ORGANIZATIONS
Hattiesburg Convention & Visitors Bureau.................... 601-268-3220
WATER UTILITIES Arnold Line Water Assn. 4901 W 4th St..................... 601-264-7111 Barrontown Utility Assn. 101 Dogwood Lane.............. 601-544-3553 Brooklyn Utility Assn. 210 Old Hwy 49................... 601-582-1948 Canebrake Utilities Inc. 112 Sheffield Loop............... 601-264-4622 Dixie Water Assn. 930 Bonhomie Rd................ 601-584-0875 Eastabuchie Utility Assn. 795 Leeville Rd., Hsbrg....... 601-582-8959 Lamar Park Water & Sewer Assn. 2137 Oak Grove Rd............. 601-264-5933 North Lamar Water Assn. 4906 Old Hwy 11................. 601-264-1157 Rawls Springs Utility District A Smith Rd.......................... 601-268-2248 South MS Public Water 283 Carter Rd. Hsbrg........... 601-545-2292 Sunrise Utility 465 Batson Rd..................... 601-582-9354 West Lamar Water Assn. 2716 Hwy 589..................... 601-264-6305 Here’s Hattiesburg! 233
Voting
http://www.sos.state.ms.us/elections/ VoterRegistration
Forrest County Voting Districts
Precinct Name, Location District 1 • Blair, W.U. Sigler Ctr., 315 Conti St. • Dantzler, Dantzler Community Ctr., 27 Turkey Pine Rd. • Dixie, Dixie Community Ctr., 790 Elks Lake Rd. • Westside, Fellowship Hall of South 28th Ave. Baptist Church, 1124 S. 28th Ave. • Woodley, Kamper Park Education Ctr., 107 S. 17th Ave. District 2 • Eatonville, N. Forrest Rec. Center, 679 Eatonville Rd. • Glendale Precinct, Glendale Community Ctr., 451 Monroe Rd. • Hattiesburg Cultural Center, 723 Main St. • Jones, N.R. Burger Ctr., 305 E. 6th St. • North Heights, Mississippi National Guard Armory, 6540 US 49 N. • Rawls Springs Precinct, Rawls Springs Community Ctr., 50 Rawls St. • Train Depot, 308 Newman St. District 3 • Barrontown/Macedonia Rec. Ctr., 610 Herrington Rd, Petal • East Petal, Petal Community Ctr., 712 S. Main St., Petal • Leeville, Leeville Community Ctr., Lynn Ray Rd. and Fuson Rd. • Petal Masonic, Petal Masonic Lodge, 120 Cameron, Petal • Sunrise, Sunrise Community Ctr., 388 Sunrise Rd. District 4 • Camp School, Hattiesburg School Admin. Bldg., 301 Mamie St. • Dixie Pine-Central, Palmer’s Crossing Community Ctr., 225 Tatum Rd. • Lillie Burney Precinct, Lillie Burney Elementary School, 901 Ida St. • McLaurin, McLaurin Community Ctr., 15 McLaurin Rd. • Rowan School, Rowan Ctr., 500 Martin Luther King Dr. • Salvation Army, Salvation Army Admin. Bldg., 5670 US Hwy 49 • Walthall, Court St. United Methodist Ch. Chapel, 609 Southern Ave. • West Petal, 221 W 5th Ave., Petal District 5 • Brooklyn, S. Forrest Community Ctr., 2169 Carnes Rd. 234 Here’s Hattiesburg!
• Carnes, Carnes Voting Precinct Bldg., 1193 Carnes Rd. • Longleaf Trace Gateway, 2895 W. 4th St. Pinecrest Precinct, Hub City • Masonic Lodge No. 627, 3321 Hardy St. • Thames School, GYM – W.I. Thames Elementary Sch., 2900 Jamestown Rd. • Timberton, Pine Belt Family “Y” Bldg., 3719 US Hwy 11 S. • USM Golf Course, Hattiesburg Moose Lodge #1804, 308 W. Hills Dr. • Will Denton Community Center, 902 Old Hwy 49 S.
Lamar County Voting Precincts Precinct Name, Location
District 1 • Lamar Park, Community Ctr., 226 Pinewood Dr. • Northeast Lamar, 660 Weathersby Rd., Mac McKay Fire Hall • Okahola, 59 Old Okahola School Rd. • Richburg, Community Ctr., 324 Sandy Run Rd. District 2 • Breland East, Wesley Manor Retirement Ctr., 246 Westover Dr. • South Purvis, Intersection Hwy 11 & 829 Martin Luther King Dr. • Lumberton, 764 E. Main Ave., Next to Sunflower • Yawn, 254 Yawn School Rd., Lumberton District 3 • Arnold Line, 345 Hegwood Rd. at Baseball Park • Baxterville, 5535 Hwy 13, Community Ctr. • Greenville, Intersection of Beach Rd. & 2721 Purvis-Columbia Rd. • Pine Grove, 630 Purvis - Oloh Rd., Next to Pine Ridge Fire Dept. • Purvis, 112 Shelby Speights Dr. District 4 • Kingsmill, 5874 West Fourth St. • Lake Serene, 256 W. Lake Rd., Lake Serene Clubhouse • Oak Grove, 4956 Old Hwy 11, Community Ctr. • Oak Grove Senior Center, 5874 W. 4th Street • Midway, 1166 Old Hwy 24 & Knight Rd District 5 • Breland, 79 Jackson Rd., Community Ctr. • Oloh, 45 Oloh Rd. • Rocky Branch, 2646 Rocky Branch Rd., Sumrall • Sumrall, 95 Center Ave., Sumrall
Perry County Voting Precincts
Indian Springs Community Ctr. 137 Walter Myers Rd., Petal, MS 39465 New Augusta Community Ctr. 298 Willow St E New Augusta, MS 39462 Beaumont Dist. 1 1235A Hwy 198, Beaumont, MS 39423 Runnelstown Community Ctr. 9204 Hwy 42, Petal, MS 39465 Prospect Community Ctr. 204 Prospect Rd., Richton, MS 39476 Richton Holly St. 302 Holly St N, Richton, MS 39476 Richton City Hall 208 Front St N., Richton, MS 39476 Richton Multi Purpose 1194 Hwy 15, Richton, MS 39476 Seminary Baptist Ch. (Hintonville) 66 Hintonville Rd., Beaumont, MS 39423 Artlington Community Ctr. 285 Arlington Rd Beaumont, MS 39423 New Augusta Courthouse Annex 103 2nd St W., New Augusta, MS 39462 Beaumont Senior Citizens 1502 Bolton Ave Beaumont, MS 39423 Thompson Hill Community Ctr 20 Austin Anderson Rd Beaumont, MS 39423 Janice Community Ctr 32 Janice School Rd., Brooklyn, MS 39425 Deep Creek Community Ctr. 485 Mars Hill Rd., Wiggins, MS 39577
RESTAURANTS
BAGELS
SOUTHBOUND BAGEL & COFFEE SHOP 217 East Front St............................. 601.583.8001
BAKERIES
BREADSMITH OF HATTIESBURG M-F, 7 am-6 pm; Sat., 8 am-4 pm 3705 Hardy Street........................... 601.268.0330 C’EST LA VIE BAKERY AND COFFEE 3901 Hardy St.................................. 601.450.1390 HOME BAKE & CANDY SHOPPE 619 N. 25th Ave............................... 601.582.3350 JODY’S 6058 Hwy 49 S......................... 601.545.7593
BAR & GRILL
(Also see Night Life section, listed after restaurants) BUFFALO WILD WINGS Buffalo Wild Wings serves Great Buffalo Wings, burgers, sandwiches, salads, a huge selection of draft beer, and big screen TVs showing your favorite sporting events. 3 Churchill Rd...................................... 601.288.7777 HOOTERS 101 Carlisle St...................... 601.268.6600 MUG SHOTS BAR & GRILL 204 North 40th Ave.......................... 601.271.2299 OUR PLACE BAR & GRILL 1900 Lincoln Rd............................... 601.296.0303 SHENANIGANS 2100 West Pine St......... 601.261.0730 SPORTS 22 108 Hall Ave....................... 601.544.3209 THE END ZONE 2505 West 4th St.............................. 601.583.8154
THE KEG & BARREL 1315 Hardy St.................................. 601.582.7148 THIRSTY HIPPO 309 McLeod St................................. 601.583.9188 WHARF GRILL & BAR 6333 US Hwy 49.............................. 601.255.5396
BARBEQUE
DICKEY’S BARBEQUE PIT 50 Cross Creek Pkwy....................... 601.450.1710 KEASTER’S BARBEQUE 5182 Old Hwy 11.............................. 601.336.4825 LEATHA’S BAR-B-QUE A national treasure right here in South Mississippi!!! Forget about Memphis and Kansas City, if you want great barbeque come to Leatha’s. This is fantastic barbeque! Beef & pork barbeque, steaks and more; both dine-in and take out. Open Tuesday through Saturday from 11:00am to 9:00pm. Closed Sundays and Mondays. For Catering and Banquets, please call 6374 Hwy 98 West........................... 601.271.6003 MOM & POP’S BARBECUE 5912 US Hwy 49, Ste FC-6............... 601.544.7008 ROSE’S QUIK STOP & HICKORY SMOKE BBQ Hwy 49 S.......................................... 601.584.8691 STONEWALL’S BBQ 2663 Oak Grove Rd.......................... 601.450.3533 STRICK’S BAR-B-QUE 3802 West 4th St ............................. 601.264.2502 THREE LITTLE PIGS BBQ 558 South Gate Rd........................... 601.545.3030
BUFFETS/CAFETERIA
FARMER’S MARKET 6581 Hwy 49.................................... 601.261.5221 FRONT PORCH BARBECUE & SEAFOOD 205 Thornhill Dr............................... 601.264.3536 MOVIE STAR RESTAURANT & CATERING Great Buffet!!! 5209 Old Highway 11...................... 601.264.0606
CAFES
BEST WESTERN THE GATE Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 6757 Hwy 49 N................................. 601.268.8816 CONEY ISLAND CAFÉ 400 Main St........ 601.582.8513 PASTRY GARDEN, THE 129 Walnut St.................................. 601.271.2540 T-BONES RECORDS & CAFÉ 2101 Hardy St.................................. 601.583.0099
CAJUN/CREOLE NEW ORLEANS STYLE
DeRe' LaROUGE 6208 US Hwy 49.............................. 601.255.5955 J & J CAJUN GRILL Turtle Creek Mall.............................. 601.264.1022 POWERHOUSE 118 College Dr.................................. 601.266.5982 STEELMAN’S CAJUN KITCHEN 1010 S. 17th Ave.............................. 601.554.9939 Continued Next Page
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CASUAL FINE DINING
APPLEBEE’S 3703 Hardy St.................. 601.268.9230 BAPA’S BISTRO (Holiday Inn Hotels & Suites) 10 Gateway Dr................................. 601.296.0302 CAMP SHELBY ALL RANKS CLUB Military AND Civilians Welcome! Open for Lunch & Dinner. Call for Hours of Operation. Large Screen TV’s, pool tables and more. Call for Info or To Go Orders. Located at 2100 21st Street (enter Camp at Southgate entrance) Camp Shelby................................... 601.558.2749 CHEDDAR'S CASUAL CAFE 6163 US Hwy 98.............................. 601.261.0099 CHESTERFIELD'S BAR AND GRILL 4646 Hardy St.................................. 601.336.7134 COTTON BLUES RESTAURANT Cotton Blues celebrates the southern kitchen by bringing together food, farmers, chefs, and musicians. Our menu is developed around locally sourced vegetables, farm fresh eggs, Mississippi dairy, organic chicken, natural beef, and fresh caught fish. All of our dishes are scratch-made and we work with farms and ranches that believe in using no hormones or antibiotics. 6116 U S Highway 98...................... 601.450.0510 CRESCENT CITY GRILL 3810 Hardy St.................................. 601.264.0657 HALF SHELL OYSTER HOUSE 6555 U S Hwy 98............................. 601.296.7901 O’CHARLEY’S 4640 Hardy St................. 601.268.1193 PATIO 44 3822 WEST 4th St................. 601.602.6907 PURPLE PARROT CAFE 3810 Hardy St.................................. 601.264.0656 206 FRONT 206 W. Front St.................601.545.5677 TGI FRIDAY’S 6153 US Hwy 98.................601.264.6892 THE PLAID RHINO 22 Carlisle Street..... 601.264.0280 VICKI’S ON WALNUT 115 Walnut St..........601.602.6399 WALNUT CIRCLE GRILL 115 Walnut St.....601.544.2202
CATFISH
CATFISH WAGON 9129 Hwy 42.................................... 601.583.3479 MACK'S WEST CATFISH SEAFOOD 7329 Hwy 98 West........................... 601.296.9360 NEWT’S CATFISH 502 Elks Lake Rd...... 601.543.5085 PENN’S FISH HOUSE INC 5329 Old Hwy 11.............................. 601.545.2361
CHICKEN
CHICK-FIL-A 6099 US Highway 98........ 601.579.9119 CHURCH’S FRIED CHICKEN 1300 Main St.................................... 601.582.7622 COOPE DEVILLE, THE 4960 Hardy St..... 601.264.9600 KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN 3601 Hardy St.................................. 601.261.9259 605 Broadway Dr............................. 601.544.8349 POPEYES 5900 Hwy 49 S................................. 601.544.7925 5034 Highway 98............................. 601.268.1716 RAISING CANE’S CHICKEN 3509 Hardy St.................................. 601.264.2630 WILLY T’S CHICKEN FINGERS 6 Market Pl Dr.................................. 601.261.9707 WINGED-IT 207 S 40th Ave.................... 601.296.2512
CHINESE
A & B DISC. GROC. CHINESE TAKEOUT 700 Emerald Ln................................ 601.584.6811 BEST WOK 28 Market Ct....................... 601.268.6063 CHINA BUFFET & SUSHI BAR Big, big buffet! Complete Sushi Bar!!! Chinese & American Entrees. 4600 Hardy St.................................. 601.264.0688 CHINA GARDEN Inside Clover Leaf Center................. 601.582.7888 DRAGON HOUSE 6131 US Hwy 49........ 601.261.9255
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GRAND CHINA BUFFET 560 Weathersby Rd.......................... 601.296.8062 GREAT WALL 4700 Hardy St.................. 601.336.9252 JIANG'S KITCHEN 5295 Old Hwy 11, Ste 7.................... 601.268.0678 MANDARIN EXPRESS 1000 Turtle Creek Dr. Ste 300............... 601.268.5500 PANDA 1900 Hardy St........................... 601.582.5999 PEKING GARDEN CHINESE REST. 4700 Hardy St.................................. 601.271.6000 SUPER KING 4591 Hardy St.................. 601.268.0833
COFFEE SHOPS
C’EST LA VIE BAKERY AND COFFEE 3901 Hardy St.................................. 601.450.1390 DEPOT COFFEE HOUSE & BISTRO THE 127 Buschman St #50...................... 601.602.4040 JAVA MOE'S COFFEE CO. OAK GROVE 6434 Highway 98............................. 601.336.4685 JAVA WERKS 2902 Hardy St................. 601.268.3993 SEATTLE DRIP 4400 Hardy St.................................. 601.296.9522 6434 US Hwy 98 W.......................... 601.296.6363 STARBUCKS 3798 Hardy St..................................601.271-2720 6143 Hwy 98 W................................ 601.261.5298
DELIS
AMERICAN DELI 1000 Turtle Creek Dr. (Mall Food Ct.).601.255.5379 CULLEN'S GROCERY & DELI 3536 U S Highway 49....................... 601.582.8088 McALISTER’S DELI 2300 Hardy St.................................. 601.545.1876 122 Sheffield Loop........................... 601.271.2002 1000 Turtle Creek Dr........................ 601.261.6101
DINERS
DAN’S CAFÉ /DAN’S DINER 4878 US Hwy 49.............................. 601.582.7055
DONUTS
KRISPY KREME DOUGHNUT Fundraising for your church or school? Talk to Krispy Kreme. 5006 W Hardy St.............................. 601.271.7700 SHIPLEY DO-NUTS 2011 Hardy St............. 601.545.1891
FAST FOOD & DRIVE-IN RESTAURANTS
ARBY’S 6525 Hwy 49 N................................ 601.268.7333 6178 US Hwy 98 W........................... 601.296.1220 BURGER KING RESTAURANTS 6517 Hwy 49 N................................ 601.268.1787 1000 Turtle Creek Dr........................ 601.264.8531 CHECKERS 2806 Hardy St..................... 601.261.9931 Walmart - Hattiesburg Hwy 98 W 6072 US Hwy. 98.............................. 601.264.0610 DAIRY QUEEN 6427 Hwy 49.................................... 601.264.0040 6370 Hwy 98 W................................601.909-2204 HARDEE’S 4964 Hardy St...................... 601.264.6248 KRYSTAL COMPANY, THE 6635 Hwy 49 N................................ 601.268.2129 McDONALD’S 3111 Hardy St.................................. 601.264.3605 811 Broadway Dr............................. 601.544.6768 6571 US Hwy 49.............................. 601.268.2275 4900 Hardy St.................................. 601.261.3215 6442 US Hwy 98 W........................... 601.288.7760
SONIC DRIVE.IN 3700 W 4th St.................................. 601.264.1244 5895 US Hwy 49.............................. 601.296.9440 6872 US Hwy 49.............................. 601.268.6364 5324 Old Hwy 11.............................. 601.261.5560 TACO BELL 2407 Hardy St.................................. 601.582.2270 4908 Hardy St.................................. 601.268.6444 WARD’S 717 Bartur........................................ 601.544.3434 4229 Hwy 49 N................................ 601.264.5546 5356 Hwy 49 S................................. 601.545.9273 6146 US Hwy 98.............................. 601.268.6001 101 Thornhill.................................... 601.264.4758 WENDY’S 6 Lake Forgetful Dr.......................... 601.261.3265 2001 Eddy St.................................... 601.271.7705 1701 Hardy St.................................. 601.582.1121 6738 US Hwy 49.............................. 601.261.3993 900 Westover Dr............................... 601.264.8339 ZAXBY’S 4520 Hardy St........................ 601 264.5254
FROZEN YOGURT
TWIST AND TASTE YOGURT 3901 Hardy St.................................. 601.336.5789
GREEK
GLORY BOUND GYRO CO. 6174 US Hwy 49.............................. 601.582.8252 PETRA CAFE AND HOOKAH 2902 Hardy St., Ste 50..................... 601.268.8850
GRILLS
TOPHER'S ROCK'N ROLL GRILL 5252 Old Hwy 11.............................. 601.336.7418 1803 Broadway Dr........................... 601.255.5082
GROCERY/DINERS
CULLEN'S GROCERY & DELI 3536 U S Hwy 49............................. 601.582.8088 LAKE SERENE GROCERY 6411 U S Hwy 98............................. 601.264.6393 NEW YOKEL MARKET 205 Main St........ 601.582.5048
HAMBURGERS-SPECIALTY
FIVE GUYS BURGERS AND FRIES 6095 US Hwy 98............................. 601-268-5557 TOPHER’S ROCK ‘N ROLL GRILL 5252 Old Hwy 11................................ 601.336.7418
HOME COOKING
AUNT M (Located in Kangaroo Gass) 7060 US Hwy 49 BIG DADDY’S 5032 Old Hwy 11............... 601.268.8899 CRACKER BARREL 6659 Hwy. 49............ 601.296.7950 HOMESTYLE RESTAURANT 90 J M Tatum Industrial Dr................ 601.544.4932 JERRY WAYNES 907 Edwards St............. 601.583.6733 MAMA ALMA'S KITCHEN 5096 Hwy 42....601.336.7763
ICE CREAM/GELATO/YOGURT
32°, A YOGURT BAR A self serve frozen yogurt bar that serves16 different flavors the freshest toppings including daily hand cut fruits, seasonal favorites, and over 40 candy, nut and sauce options. 6136 US Hwy 98.............................. 601.268.1223 ALPINE SNOW 418 S 11th Ave.............. 601.297.0584 BASKIN-ROBBINS ICE CREAM & YOGURT 3720 Hardy St.................................. 601.264.8989 BOP’S FROZEN CUSTARD Great custard—check out the Snappy Turtle!! Yum!!! If you like home-cooked style hamburgers, they are really good here! 3320 Hardy St.................................. 601.296.1228 Continued Next Page
ICE CREAM/GELATO/YOGURT (CONT'D) COLD STONE CREAMERY 6111 Hwy 98 W, Ste 10.................... 601.264.2144 DIPPIN’ DOTS 1000 Turtle Creek Dr....... 601.268.5551 DOMENICO’S GELATO BAR 128 E. Front St................................. 601.450.1263 MARBLE SLAB CREAMERY 5040 Hardy St.................................. 601.264.1006 WALNUT SQUARE PHARMACY AND ICE CREAM PARLOR 124 Walnut St., #4............................ 601.543.0111
ITALIAN
OLIVE GARDEN RESTAURANT 4505 Hardy St.................................. 601.264.2234 TABELLA 3720 Hardy St........................ 601.255.5488
JAPANESE
EDO SUSHI ASIAN CUISINE 6414 US-98...................................... 601.261.5277 LITTLE TOKYO 3800 Hardy St................ 601.579.8666 OEC JAPANESE EXPRESS 3317 Hardy St.................................. 601.450.7788 OISHI JAPANESE RESTAURANT 3606 Hardy St.................................. 601.264.7377 SAKE CAFE 24 Cross Creek Pkwy......... 601.296.7588 SAKURA 6194 US Hwy 49..................... 601.545.9393 SHO-YA 3800 Hardy St.......................... 601.579.8666 WASABI SUSHI 6096 U S Hwy 98.......... 601.268.2088 YAMOTO STEAK HOUSE OF JAPAN 209 E Central Ave Petal.................... 601.584.9880
MEXICAN
COMPADRES TAQUERIA AND GRILL 1131 Hardy St.................................. 601.336.6984 CUCOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT 6104 Hwy 49 S................................. 601.545.8241 DEL SOL MEXICAN RESTAURANT 560 Weathersby Rd.......................... 601.264.0104 IZZO’S ILLEGAL BURRITO 3319 Hardy St.................................. 601.602.8201 LA FIESTA BRAVA MEXICAN RESTAURANT 6168 Hwy 49.................................... 601.584.9484 124 Grand Ave.................................. 601.271.6070 LA MEXICANA TWO 806 James St ........ 601.545.5421 MEXICAN KITCHEN 406 Classic Dr........ 601.450.4811 OSCAR’S MEXICAN GRILL 4400 Hardy St.................................. 601.336.7961 PAPITOS MEXICAN GRILL 6140 US Hwy 98.............................. 601.336.6680 QDOBA MEXICAN GRILL 3705 Hardy St... 601.450.4822 RIO GRANDE 153 Turtle Creek Dr............. 601.264.8115
DOMINO’S PIZZA 3211 Hardy St.................................. 601.264.2996 6061 US Hwy 98 W........................... 601.268.1099 FOX’S PIZZA 5266 Old Hwy 11............. 601.264.3690 GATTI'S PIZZA 4600 Hardy St................ 601.261.3141 LITTLE CAESAR'S PIZZA 3602 Hardy St... 601.336.5397 NEWK’S 4700 Hardy St., Suite AA......... 601.602.0189 PAPA JOHN’S PIZZA - Delivery or Carryout 6158 US Hwy 49 N........................... 601.544.8648 6371 Hwy 98 W Ste 50..................... 601.264.4664 PIZZA HUT - Delivery, Dine-In or Carryout 1000 Brdwy Ste 10 Hardy St............ 601.544.2318 580 Weathersby Rd.......................... 601.264.3441 VILLA FRESH ITALIAN PIZZA 1000 Turtle Creek Dr........................ 601.268.8798
SUBWAY - West Hattiesburg Area 4904 Hardy St................................ 601.261.9910 Inside Wesley Medical Center 5001 W Hardy St............................ 601.296.3780 3710 W 4th St................................ 601.271.7930 5281 Old Hwy 11............................ 601.268.7350 7183 Hwy 98 W.............................. 601.264.9579 6762 Hwy 49 N.............................. 601.268.7801 Other Subways 5317 US Hwy 49 S......................... 601.582.2299 4050 Hwy 11 S............................... 601.544.3299 Continued Next Page
PO-BOYS
PETER’S PO-BOYS 715 Broadway Dr.... 601.582.8272 PO-BOY EXPRESS 2511 W 4th St.................................. 601.582.9945 6470 US Hwy 98.............................. 601.336.5273
SANDWICHES
GOLD POST SANDWICH HOUSE, INC. 2210 Hardy St.................................. 601.583.9454 HONEY BAKED HAM 4600 Hardy St...... 601.268.6434 JIMMY JOHN'S GOURMET SANDWICHES 3317 Hardy St......................................601.336.5713 LOVIE’S 6565 US Hwy 98 W.....................601.450.4438 SWEET PEPPERS 5064 Hardy St., Ste 20..................... 601.579.8335 2005 Lincoln Rd............................... 601.268.2250 WHICH WICH SUPERIOR SANDWICHES 6109 US Hwy 98, Ste 60................. 601-447-4748
SANDWICHES/SUBS
FIREHOUSE SUBS 6106 US Hwy 98.............................. 601.261.9433 2401 Hardy St.................................. 601.599.7827 GRATEFULL SOUL 205 N Main St.......... 601.336.9186 LENNY’S SUB SHOP 3704 Hardy St....... 601.296.0088 NEWK’S 4700 Hardy St., Suite AA.................. 601.602.0189 SOUTH MOUTH DELI, THE 6555 US Hwy 98, Ste. 20.................. 601.264.3252 SUBWAY - Cloverleaf Mall Area 826 Broadway Dr............................. 601.584.7827 SUBWAY - Midtown Area University of Southern Mississippi 118 College Dr............................... 601.266.4392 Inside Forrest General Hospital 6051 US Hwy 49 S......................... 601.288.2088 Inside Hattiesburg Clinic 415 S 28th St................................. 601.336.6823
MOTEL/HOTEL RESTAURANTS
BAPA'S BISTRO 10 Gateway Dr.............601.296-0302 BEST WESTERN THE GATE 6757 Hwy 49 N................................ 601.268.8816
PANCAKES/WAFFLES
HUDDLE HOUSE 6466 Hwy 98 W........... 601.450.1212 IHOP 2904 Hardy St.............................. 601.264.6789 WAFFLE HOUSE 3109 1/2 Hwy 49 N.......................... 601.544.1737 6737 Hwy 49 N................................ 601.268.6217
PIZZA
BIANCHI’S PIZZERIA 128 E Front St...... 601.450.1263 CHUCK E. CHEESE 1000 Turtle Creek.... 601.261.2668 CICI’S PIZZA 3720 Hardy St................... 601.264.2393
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SEAFOOD
BIG DADDY’S 5032, Old Hwy 11............ 601.268.8899 CAPTAIN “D’s” 1906 Arcadia St............ 601.544.4388 LEE’S SEAFOOD & DELI 5332 Highway 42............................. 601.582.9950 HALF SHELL OYSTER HOUSE 6555 U S Hwy 98............................. 601.296.7901 MACK’S FAMILY RESTAURANT 843 River Rd.................................... 601.582.5101 MACK’S WEST 7329 US Hwy 98........... 601.296.9360 MARLINS GRILL 6208 U.S. Hwy. 49....... 601.602.6967 RAYNER’S SEAFOOD HOUSE 7343 Hwy 49 N................................ 601.268.2639 RED LOBSTER Come see what’s fresh today! Whether it’s the catch of the day, crab legs, shrimp, or lobster, you’ll be sure to get your taste for seafood satisfied at Red Lobster. 4670 Hardy St.................................. 601.268.9136 SEAFOOD EXPRESS 602 Broadway Dr... 601.582.4700 SHRIMP BASKET 6154 US Hwy 49........ 601.450.0900 SOUTHERN SEAFOOD 1505 E. Hardy St.............................. 601.584.0438 SOUTHERN SEAFOOD THE WHARF GRILL AND BAR 6333 Hwy. 49, Ste 40....................... 601.255.5396 TRIANGLE SEAFOOD AND PO BOYS 420 Hardy St.................................... 601.584.6161 VICTORIA’S GROCERY & SEAFOOD 407 Martin Luther King Ave............. 601.582.9752
SMOOTHIES
SMOOTHIE KING 3201 Hardy St............ 601.271.2050 SMOOTHIE KING 98 6101 U S Highway 98, Ste 70........... 601.264.2936
STEAKHOUSES
CONESTOGA STEAK HOUSE 6314 Hwy 49 N................................ 601.264.8816 GOLDEN CORRAL 6082 US Hwy 98.............................. 601.620.1044 LONGHORN STEAKHOUSE 4503 Hardy St.................................. 601.296.9279 OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE 103 Carlisle Dr................................. 601.264.0771 Or..................................................... 601.268.0488
SUSHI
CHINA BUFFET & SUSHI BAR Big, big buffet! Great Sushi! Chinese & American Entrees. 4600 Hardy St.................................. 601.264.0688 EDO SUSHI ASIAN CUISINE 6414 US Hwy 98.............................. 601.261.5277
THAI
BANGKOK CAFÉ 6101 US Hwy 49......... 601.296.9686 JUTAMA’S 910 Timothy Ln.................... 601.584.8583 SURIN THAILAND 6101 US Hwy 49...... 601.296.9686
VIETNAMESE
SAIGON PHO VIETNAMESE CUISINE 554 Southgate Rd............................ 601.582.0000
WINGS
AMERICAN WINGS & CAFE 3100 Hardy St.................................. 601.543.0141 WING STREET 3610 Hardy St................ 601.264.8584
238 Here’s Hattiesburg!
PETAL
32°, A YOGURT BAR A self serve frozen yogurt bar that serves16 different flavors the freshest toppings including daily hand cut fruits, seasonal favorites, and over 40 candy, nut and sauce options. 100 Eastbrook................................. 601.602.4306 BOARDWALK CAFÉ 46 Parkway Ln...... 844-463-7336 CATFISH WAGON 9129 Hwy 42............. 601.583.3479 CHILI’S 16 Brinker Drive....................... 601.545.1638 CHURCH’S 307 W Central Ave............... 601.582.7311 DAYLIGHT DONUTS 219 Hwy 42............ 601.584.1005 DOMINO’S PIZZA 97 Morris St.............. 601.544.3030 EL MARIACHI LOCO 519 Hwy 42........... 601.545.2444 EL RANCHO 1231 Hwy 42..................... 601.450.7326 GOLDEN DRAGON By Walmart Hwy 42.......................... 601.554.8485 106 W. Central Ave........................... 601.584.6249 NEW CHINA RESTAURANT 404 Hwy 42...................................... 601.544.3333 PIZZA HUT 223 Central Ave................... 601.545.8303 POPEYES 31 Byrd Blvd.......................... 601.544.6045 SONIC DRIVE-IN OF PETAL New Richton Rd............................... 601.545.7722 SUBWAY SANDWICH SHOP 21 W Central Ave.............................. 601.582.8231 283 Byrd Parkway............................ 601.544.6415 THE WHARF SEAFOOD MARKET 100 Eastbrook Drive......................... 601.602.4107 WARD’S 218 Richton Rd....................... 601.543.0220 WENDY’S 518 Hwy 42........................... 601.584.6737 WAGON WHEEL STEAKHOUSE 1870 Hwy 42.................................... 601.582.8477
LUMBERTON
CUEVAS FISH HOUSE RESTAURANT Open Thurs.-Sat. 7196 US Hwy. 11.............................. 601.796.9017 WARD’S 305 W. Main St................................. 601.796.2328
PURVIS
DOMINO’S PIZZA 5828 US Hwy 11.............................. 601.794.6660 LT’S FISH HOUSE 590 Hwy 589............ 601.794.5890 McDONALD’S 5791 Hwy 11.................................... 601.744.0140 FIORELLA’S 176 Shelby Speights Dr................... 601.794.3300 PERICOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT 176 Shelby Speights Dr................... 601.794.6464 PIZZA HUT 176 Shelby Speights Dr....... 601.794.0084 SONIC DRIVE-IN Hwy 11............................................. 601.794.8870 SUBWAY OF PURVIS 5796 US Hwy 11.............................. 601.794.5511 THE STONEHOUSE RESTAURANT 5781 US Hwy 11.............................. 601.255.1896 WARD’S OF PURVIS 584 US Hwy 11 S............................. 601.794.8146
SUMRALL
FOX’S PIZZA 1039 Highway 42, Ste 1................. 601-758-0003 LAU-TORI’S FINE FOODS 1143 Hwy 42.................................... 601.758.3586 MURPHY’S CATFISH 1060 Hwy 42........ 601.758.4122 SCOOPS ICE CREAM SHOP 1061 Hwy 42.................................... 601.758.4433 WARD’S OF SUMRALL 1192 Hwy 42..... 601.758.1933
PERRY
CHARLEXIS FISH & STEAK 37368 Hwy 63 N, Richton.................601.989-3166 DEPOT DELI & PIZZERIA 931 Lodge St, Beaumont.................. 601.753.2256 ROOSTER’S 402 Willow St E, New Augusta......... 601.964.8383 SUBWAY 101 Dogwood Ave, Richton.............. 601.788.6650 403 Hwy 98 W New Augusta............ 601.964.8605 9193 Hwy 98, Beaumont, MS...........601.753-2276 SWEET MAGNOLIA RESTAURANT Hwy 42 E Richton............................. 601.788.5871 WAGON WHEEL RESTAURANT (Located between Richton & Petal) 1872 Hwy 42, Petal.......................... 601.582.8852 WARD’S RESTAURANT 204 Hwy 98 W, New Augusta.......... 601-964-8880
NIGHT LIFE BENNY’S BOOM BOOM ROOM 142 E Front St.................................. 601.544.7757 BREWSKY’S 3818 W 4th St.................................. 601.261.2888 DOLLAR BOX BAR................................. 601-408-6040 END ZONE 2505 W 4th Street............... 601.583.8154 HOOTERS 101 Carlisle Dr...................... 601.268.6600 MAHOGANY BAR, THE 3810 Hardy St.................................. 601.264.0656 MUGSHOTS 204 N 40th Ave.................. 601.271.2299 NICK’S ICE HOUSE 216 Hardy St.................................... 601.544.5987 OUR PLACE 1900 Lincoln Rd................. 601.296.0303 ROPERS Country Western bar & dance club. Drink specials, Ladies Nights Tuesday & Thursday. Roper's got talent Wed. 6428 US Hwy 49 S........................... 601.543.0987 SHENANIGANS Karaoke 9pm-2am, Tues-Sat 2100 W Pine..................................... 601.261.0730 SIDELINES SPORTS CAFE 2763 Oak Grove Rd.......................... 601.599.4263 SULLY'S TAVERN 213 Sullivan Kilrain Rd..................... 601.336.5358 THE BOX SHOWROOM, EVENT VENUE, AMERICAN RESTAURANT Great live music and great food! 600 N. Main St................................ 601.408.6040 THE GATE Feature nightly live entertainment. Happy Hour 5-7 pm M.F, Cover charge $5 Fri. & Sat. 6757 US Hwy 49.............................. 601.255.5075 THE SKYLIGHT LOUNGE Swanky, 50’s style Lounge. Wine, specialty cocktails, draught & imported beer. Wed. & Thurs. 5 pm-1 am, Fri. & Sat., 4 pm-2 am Live music Thursday and Friday evenings. Happy hour 4-7 pm. 213 E Front St.................................. 601.583.8001 THIRSTY HIPPO 309 Mcleod St............. 601.583.9188 WALNUT CIRCLE GRILL 115 Walnut St... 601.544.2202
Advertiser's Index Alfa Insurance- David Sides.................................................41
Hulett-Winstead Funeral Home...........................................39
Amanda Hammons Photography......................................83
Jerry Gilder DDS..................................................................200
Apartment Guide, The........................................................223
Keesler Federal Credit Union...............................................17
Area Development Partnership, The
Lamar County Board of Supervisors...................................23
(The ADP).......................................................................24-25
Leatha’s Bar-B-Que.............................................................237
Belle & Beau Hairstyling........................................................55
Main Street Books..................................................................41
Bellevue Florist.......................................................................79
McKenzie’s On Main....................................................... 15, 39
Belmont Apartment Homes, The...........................................7
Mimi’s Bridal...........................................................................79
Benedict Day School..........................................................211
Okatoma Kennel.................................................................131
Blue Dolphin Pool Service....................................................93
Osher Lifelong Learning Center........................................229
Breland, Wesley Realtor......................................................111
Pearl River Valley Electric Power Assn...................................4
Camellia House, The.............................................................77
Perry County School District................................................71
Canebrake Country Club........................ Inside Back Cover
Pine Belt Dental...................................................................198
CARE Physical Therapy.......................................................197
Pine Creek Golf Course................................................ 15, 146
Carterville Baptist Church..................................................216
Play It Again Sports.............................................................141
City of Hattiesburg................................................................11
Presbyterian Christian School............................................209
Coldwell Banker- Don Nace..............................................107
Red Lobster..........................................................................237
Community Bible Church...................................................216
Re/Max Judy Corts.............................................................111
Corner Market.......................................................................13
Reynold’s Family Dentistry..................................................198
Cotton Blues.................................................................. 48, 235
Richton Bank & Trust.............................................................70
Creative Kids Christian Learning Centers........................201
Sacred Heart School..........................................................210
Dottie & Company.............................................................109
Shag Salon.............................................................................57
Downtown Tonsorial Parlor...................................................41
Shoots Salon & Spa...............................................................53
Dunbar Real Estate...............................................................41
Smile Time Family Dentistry..............Inside Front Right Read
Economy Supply...................................................................39
Southern Neurologic & Spinal Institute.............................195
Eve Marie’s.............................................................................53
Southern Property Group LLC.......................................... .111
Extreme Skate Zone............................................................133
Southern Smiles....................................................................200
Family Practice/After Hours Clinic....................................194
St. Fabian Catholic Church................................................217
Forrest County Board of Supervisors...................................19
State Farm-Bradley Black.....................................................27
Forrest General Hospital............................Inside Front Cover
That’s A Wrap TV/Film Acting Studio.................................177
GP Leaf River Cellulose........................................................73
Town & Country Animal Hospital.......................................131
Greater Pinebelt Community Foundation, The...............147
Toyota of Hattiesburg.............................................................3
Hancock Bank.........................................................................7
Trinity Episcopal Church.....................................................217
Hattiesburg Clinic................................................................192
University of Southern Mississippi.........................................16
Hattiesburg Convention Commission...................................5
Vardaman Buick Honda.........................................................2
Hattiesburg GI Associates..................................................196
Vesely’s Nursery...................................................................125
Hattiesburg Laurel Regional Airport..................................221
Vintage Designs................................................................ 6, 77
Hattiesburg Oral Surgery....................................................199
Wesley Breland Realtor.......................................................111
Hattiesburg Public School District......................................213
Wesley Manor Retirement Community............................229
Hattiesburg Visitor’s Center................................................ 8, 9
Wesley Medical Center......................... Outside Back Cover
Hattiesburg Zoo.......................................................................5
Wesley Primary Care...........................................................193
Historic Hattiesburg Downtown Assn..................................37
Westminster Presbyterian Church.....................................217
Holiday Inn & Suites............................................................203
William Carey University.......................................................13
Holland Veterinary Clinic....................................................129
Women’s Pavilion of South Mississippi...............................195 Here’s Hattiesburg! 239
SHOPPER'S GUIDE Acting Studio That’s a Wrap Tv/Film Acting Studio...................................... 177 Airports Hattiesburg-Laurel Regional Airport................................ 221 Antiques McKenzie’s On Main..................... 15, 39 Apartment Guide Apartment Guide, The...................... 223 Apartments The Belmont Apartment Homes.......... 7 Automobile Dealers Toyota of Hattiesburg........................... 3 Vardaman Buick-Honda....................... 2 Banks Hancock Bank........................................ 7 Richton Bank & Trust......................... 70 Barber Shop Downtown Tonsorial Parlor................ 41 Beauty Salons Belle & Beau Hairstyling.................... 55 Downtown Tonsorial Parlor................ 41 Shag Salon............................................ 57 Shoots Salon & Spa............................. 53 Books Main Street Books............................... 41 Bridal Gowns Mimi’s Bridal....................................... 79 Building Supplies Economy Supply.................................. 39 Business Associations Historic Hattiesburg Downtown Assn... 37 Cat & Dog Boarding Okatoma Kennel................................ 131 Cellulose GP Leaf River Cellulose...................... 73 Chambers of Commerce The Area Development Partnership (The ADP)........................................24-25 Churches Carterville Baptist Church............... 216 Community Bible Church................. 216 St. Fabian Catholic Church.............. 217 Trinity Episcopal Church................. 217 Westminster Presbyterian Church... 217 Cities City of Hattiesburg.............................. 11 Clinics-See Medical-Clinics, Physician & Surgeons Clothes and Accessories-Women Eve Marie’s........................................... 53 Community Foundations Pine Belt Community Foundation, The Greater................... 147 Continuing Education Osher Lifelong Learning................... 229 Convention and Visitors’ Bureau Hattiesburg Convention Commission.. 5 Counties Forrest County Board of Supervisors... 19 Lamar County Board of Supervisors...23 Country Clubs Canebrake Country Club .................................... Inside Back Cover Credit Unions Keesler Federal Credit Union............. 17 240 Here’s Hattiesburg!
Day Care Creative Kids Christian Learning Centers............................... 201 Dental Services Jerry Gilder DDS............................... 200 Pine Belt Dental PLLC..................... 198 Reynolds Family Dentistry................ 198 Smile Time Family Dental .............. Inside Front Cover Right Read Southern Smiles................................. 200 Dental Services-Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Hattiesburg Oral Surgery................. 199 Dresses Eve Marie’s Boutique.......................... 53 Economic Development Area Development Partnership, The (The ADP)........................................24-25 Electric Companies Pearl River Valley Electric Power Assoc............................................ 4 Event Venue The Camellia House............................ 77 Florists Bellevue Florist.................................... 79 Vintage Designs................................ 6, 77 Formal Gowns Mimi’s Bridal....................................... 79 Funeral Homes Hulett-Winstead Funeral Home......... 39 Garden Centers/Nurseries Vesely’s Nursery................................. 125 Gifts Bellevue Florist.................................... 79 McKenzie’s On Main..................... 15, 39 Golf Courses & Clubs Canebrake Country Club ....................................Inside Back Cover Pine Creek Golf Course.............. 15, 146 Grocery Stores Corner Market..................................... 13 Guest House The Camellia House............................ 77 Hospitals Forrest General Hospital ...................................Inside Front Cover Wesley Medical Center .................................Outside Back Cover Hotels/Motels Holiday Inn & Suites......................... 203 Insurance Alfa Insurance- David Sides............... 41 State Farm-Bradley Black.................. 27 Laser Tag Extreme Skate Zon............................ 133 Lumber Yards Economy Supply.................................. 39 Manufacturers GP Leaf River Cellulose...................... 73 Medical-Clinics, Physician & Surgeons Family Practice/After Hours Clinic... 194 Hattiesburg Clinic-Main Clinic........ 192 Hattiesburg G.I. Associates............... 196 Southern Neurologic & Spinal......... 195 Wesley Primary Care........................ 193 Women’s Pavilion of So. MS............. 195
Motels/Hotels Holiday Inn & Suites......................... 203 Pet Boarding & Grooming Okatoma Kennel................................ 131 Photographers Amanda Hammons Photography....... 83 Physical Therapy CARE Physical Therapy................... 197 Realtors Breland, Wesley Realtor.................... 111 Coldwell Banker- Don Nace.............. 107 Dottie & Company............................. 109 Dunbar Real Estate............................. 41 Re/Max Judy Corts............................ 111 Southern Property Group LLC....... 111 Restaurants Cotton Blues................................. 48, 235 Leatha’s............................................... 237 Red Lobster........................................ 237 Retirement & Assisted Care Facilities Wesley Manor Retirement Community............................................ 229 Schools-Private & Parochial Benedict Day School.......................... 211 Presbyterian Christian School.......... 209 Sacred Heart Catholic Church......... 210 Schools-Public Hattiesburg Public Schools............... 213 Skating Extreme Skate Zone.......................... 133 Spas Shoots Salon & Spa............................. 53 Sports Equipment-Used Play It Again Sports........................... 141 Swimming Pools—Service, Repairs, Liners Blue Dolphin Pool Service................... 93 Tuxedos Mimi’s Bridal....................................... 79 TV/Film Acting Studio That’s A Wrap TV/Film Acting Studio....................................... 177 Universities & Colleges University of Southern Mississippi.... 16 William Carey University................... 13 Veterinarians Holland Veterinary Clinic................. 129 Town & Country Animal Hospital... 131 Visitor’s Centers Hattiesburg Visitor’s Center............. 8, 9 Wedding Dresses Mimi’s Bridal....................................... 79 Wedding Rentals Vintage Designs................................ 6, 77 Women’s Clothing Eve Marie’s Boutique......................... 53 Zoos Hattiesburg Zoo..................................... 5
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